The History of Music

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Across
  1. 2. A famous German composer who wrote both classical and romantic music, including “Symphony No. 9”.
  2. 7. A category or type of music, like rock, classical, or hip hop.
  3. 8. The words of a song.
  4. 9. The pattern of sounds and beats in music.
  5. 10. The part of a song that repeats and is easy to remember.
  6. 11. Traditional music that tells stories, often passed down by generations.
  7. 12. A music genre that started in the U.S. with African-American roots, known for improvisation and swing.
  8. 13. A cultural movement (1400s–1600s) when music became more complex and expressive.
  9. 14. A style of music from the 1600s–1700s known for its drama, detail, and use of harpsichord.
Down
  1. 1. A music genre from Jamaica with slow rhythms and political messages, often tied to anti-colonialism.
  2. 3. A dramatic performance where most of the dialogue is sung with orchestral music.
  3. 4. The speed or pace of a piece of music.
  4. 5. A music style from the African-American experience, often expressing sadness and emotion.
  5. 6. A genre from the 1970s Bronx, combining rap, beats, and social messages.
  6. 10. A style of music from the 1700s–1800s known for balance, structure, and composers like Mozart.