Posts Tagged ‘ Roots ’

Product Description
Primarily for courses in American music, popular music, or rock music; and also appropriate for courses in ethnic studies. Through a blended historical, ethnic, and musical approach, with a strong contemporary focus and the inclusion of a wide variety of musical styles from American society’s broad ethnic groups, this text meets the needs of the new generation of faculty and students by more accurately reflecting the diverse musical traditions of the United States. … More >>

Crossroads: The Multicultural Roots of America’s Popular Music with Audio CD

Album Description
Third release in Soul Jazz Records series which focuses on New York Latin music in the 1960s. Mixing elements of Latin,funk, R&B, and jazz in equal doses. This is the first of two volumes, the second of which will be released later this year. Artists include Ray Barretto, Tito Rodriguez, Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri and many more. 24 page booklet with informative notes. Plus two double sided miniature reproductions of vintage concert posters measuring 5 x 5 inches appr… More >>

Nu Yorica Roots!: The Rise of Latin Music in New York City in the 1960′s