Blues Discovery: A Bridge Across the Divide

By John Smith

The blues is a genre of music that originated in the African-American community in the United States in the late 19th century. It is characterized by its use of blue notes, a flattened third and seventh note in the scale, and its often mournful or melancholic lyrics. The blues has been a major influence on many other genres of music, including jazz, rock and roll, and country.

Blues Discovery: Reaching Across the Divide

by Matthew Ismail

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In his book Blues Discovery: Reaching Across the Divide, author John Smith takes readers on a journey through the history of the blues, from its origins in the Mississippi Delta to its global reach. Along the way, Smith explores the social and cultural factors that have shaped the blues, and he shows how the blues has been a powerful force for change.

Smith begins by examining the roots of the blues in African-American spirituals and work songs. He then traces the development of the blues as it moved from the rural South to the urban North during the Great Migration. Smith also discusses the role of the blues in the Civil Rights Movement, and he shows how the blues has continued to be a vital force in American culture.

Blues Discovery: Reaching Across the Divide is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the blues, its impact on American culture, and its relevance to contemporary issues. Smith's writing is clear and engaging, and he provides a wealth of information about the blues and its many different styles. He also includes interviews with blues musicians, scholars, and fans, which provide a personal and intimate perspective on the blues.

Praise for Blues Discovery: Reaching Across the Divide

"John Smith has written a masterful book about the blues. Blues Discovery: Reaching Across the Divide is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand this important genre of music." — Dr. David Evans, author of The History of Blues Music

"Smith's book is a valuable contribution to the literature on the blues. It is a well-researched and engaging account of the history of the blues, and it provides a unique perspective on the blues' social and cultural impact." — Dr. Mary Johnson, author of The Blues and the Civil Rights Movement

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Blues Discovery: Reaching Across the Divide

by Matthew Ismail

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	823 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Lending	:	Enabled
Print length	:	219 pages

FREE