the delta blues and rock ‘n’ roll
What is the purpose of the minor pentatonic scale in blues music?
To create expressive melodies
In which decade did blues music emerge?
1860s
What cultural influences are rooted in blues music?
African-American slavery
What types of works are incorporated into blues music?
Work songs, field hollers, and spirituals
Who is mentioned as a significant figure in blues music?
Charley Patton
Where did Charley Patton grow up?
Near the Mississippi Delta
What is the Mississippi Delta?
A river running through the heart of the US
What was significant about the goods arriving in the 1900s?
They were transported along the river by boat
Why was the transportation of goods important for trade?
It supported many people living near the river
Why were guitars popular instruments in blues music?
They can play melody and harmony easily
What are the characteristics of the relationship between voice and guitar in blues music?
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Call and response format
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Guitar complements vocal melodies
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Creates a dialogue between instruments
What happens when a note is flattened in blues music?
It lowers the pitch of the note
What is a common term for a flattened note?
Semitone
What are the common minor pentatonic scales in blues music?
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A minor pentatonic
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C minor pentatonic
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E minor pentatonic
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G minor pentatonic
What is the significance of the minor pentatonic scale in blues music?
It is widely used for improvisation
What is the notation for the minor pentatonic scale?
Am, Cm, Em, Gmt