Genres of Music Crossword Puzzle

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Across
  1. 4. Developed in the 1900s here in the U.S.; performers often use the “improvisation” technique.
  2. 11. Commonly referred to as just “classical music.”
  3. 12. Music that comes from musicals; Was popular in Ancient Greece.
  4. 14. Short for “popular” music.
  5. 15. Sounds are a mixture of Gospel, R&B, and Jazz music.
  6. 16. Originated from Nashville, Tennessee; “Twangy” sounds.
Down
  1. 1. Music with in Central-American style; Becoming much more popular on the radio!
  2. 2. Derived from term “Blue Devils” meaning feelings of depression
  3. 3. Influenced by Jamaican Folk, American Jazz, and R&B.
  4. 5. Continuing to grow each year with the growth of technology
  5. 6. A western classical take on musical theater.
  6. 7. Instead of being wrote down, folk music is usually taught to the next generation through performance.
  7. 8. Genre of DANCE music; Urban nightlife music.
  8. 9. What is often called “Rap.”
  9. 10. Performers are very active (for example, hand clapping, rhythm stomping, call & response).
  10. 13. Known for its heavy use of drums and guitar.
  11. 17. Short for “Rhythm & Blues.”