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Author
Series
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
The United States boasts a rich musical diversity. Colonial Americans integrated European traditions with new cultural influences to compose a unique musical identity. African traditions influenced hymns and folk songs that connected people to religion and to the trials and tribulations of everyday life. Patriotic tunes created unity in wartime. America's jazz, blues, rock, and hip-hop continue to evolve from their African-American origins. Music:...
3) Bird & Diz
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Presents a rhythmic tribute to Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, and their creation of bebop.
4) Eminem
Author
Series
Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
A look at rapper Eminem's life and career.
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Since its introduction in the 1970s, hip-hop has become a way of life. This title takes an inside look at hip-hop culture. Hip-Hop Culture examines the roots of the four pillars of hip-hop--deejaying, emceeing, dance, and graffiti--and explores how they created a culture that burst into the mainstream and went global. Features include a timeline, a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core...
7) Dr. Dre
Author
Series
Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Biography of Dr. Dre, a rap musician, and rap producer.
Author
Publisher
Lesser Gods
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Take a wondrous alphabetical journey through the glorious history of hip-hop in this kid-friendly introduction to the music that defined a generation. Featuring clever rhymes and graffiti-style drawings by legendary artist Kaves, Hip-Hop Alphabet uses the twenty-six letters of the alphabet to educate kids about classic icons (LL Cool J, the Beastie Boys, and Jay-Z), as well as essential elements of the music and culture (DJs, microphones, and vinyl)."--Amazon.com....
9) Nelly
Author
Series
Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Examines the life and career of Nelly.
Author
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Music doesn't come out of nothing. It always starts somewhere... with something... with someone. Discover how music is made in this survey of musical instruments from around the world. Organized by material-from wood to gourds to found objects and more-Before Music marries a lyrical core text with tons of informational material for curious readers. In the narrative text, readers will encounter makers as they source their materials and craft instruments...
Author
Series
Publisher
Kalyani Navyug Media
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"The Beatles are the world's most enduring and biggest rock band ever! This is the story of their struggle for success. Taking us through the early days of rock 'n' roll, and their lives in Liverpool during the 1950s, we journey with them to Hamburg as they come of age and through grit, determination and masses of talent became the lads who made the sixties swing!,"--page [4] of cover.
Author
Language
English
Description
"Brothers Pat and Lolly Vegas were talented Native American rock musicians that took the 1960s Sunset Strip by storm. They influenced The Doors and jammed with Jimmy Hendrix before he was 'Jimi', and the idea of a band made up of all Native Americans soon followed. Determined to control their creative vision and maintain their cultural identity, they eventually signed a deal with Epic Records in 1969. But as the American Indian Movement gained momentum...
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Motown music emerged in the United States in the 1960s. It launched the careers of many African American musicians. Motown music shaped culture and society during the American civil rights movement. The Making of Motown explores the history and legacy of Motown. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Author
Publisher
Wide Eyed Editions, an imprint of the Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Take a time-traveling trip through history with your ears. Hear Mozart's dreaming melodies, dance though the Rio Carnival, and tap your toes to Scott Joplin's ragtime. Listen to the sweetest sounds from history and discover the musicians and instruments behind them"--
