Genres of Music Crossword Puzzle

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