America's Music: From Plymouth Rock to Rock & Roll

Before the United States declared independence, songs and musical styles were brought to the New World by British colonists, African slaves, and immigrants from different parts of the world. New songs and styles grew out of encounters between these diverse people as well as the unique American experience itself. As America changed, grew, and pushed its boundaries, so did the music. This program takes the audience on a journey that connects traditional folk songs, spirituals, work songs, fiddle tunes, Appalachian music, ragtime, blues, rhythm and blues, jazz, old-time country, bluegrass, and early rock & roll.

This virtual program will be hosted in Zoom. Once you register you will be sent a confirmation email with information about using Zoom as well as the login and password.  If you have not used Zoom, click the links below for instructions:  

Joining a Meeting (Event): https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-Joining-a-Meeting 

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Checking your Audio and Video: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/categories/201137166