1. “you learn a lot about people
when you listen to the songs
that mean something to them”
- Unknown
Music…The Life &
Soul of Man (and Woman)
Nameless One

2. • Rock Music was developed during and after the early 1960’s
• It has it’s roots from the 1940s and 50s rock and roll…Which was
heavily influenced by Country and the Blues
• It is usually centered around the electric guitar, bass, and drums, but
not limited to
• Often the stereotypical view of rockers is that of Emo, Goth, or Punk,
though in most cases it isn’t true
Well known Rock bands today are My Chemical Romance, The Fray,
Cage the Elephant, Blink 182, Jimmy Eat World, Avenged Sevenfold,
and much more

3.  The first introduction to Country was in the early
1920’s
 The Grand Ole Opry is a famous country stage
from which many country groups aspire to
preform at
 It originated from American Folk music and
Western Cowboy
 Typically consists of guitars (both acoustic and
electric) banjo, piano, and more
Popular Country Singers include Miranda
Lambert, Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley,
George Strait, and many more

4. • Originated in its modern form in the early 1950s in the
United Kingdom & United States
• Derived from rock & roll, but has certain elements from
other genres including Country, Dance, and Latin
• Has an electrical sound to it
• Various Instruments are used including Guitar, Bass,
Keyboards, and Drums
Popular Pop Artists include
The Beatles, Elton John,
Madonna, and Michael
Jackson