The History of Music

2. A famous German composer who wrote both classical and romantic music, including “Symphony No. 9”.
7. A category or type of music, like rock, classical, or hip hop.
8. The words of a song.
9. The pattern of sounds and beats in music.
10. The part of a song that repeats and is easy to remember.
11. Traditional music that tells stories, often passed down by generations.
12. A music genre that started in the U.S. with African-American roots, known for improvisation and swing.
13. A cultural movement (1400s–1600s) when music became more complex and expressive.
14. A style of music from the 1600s–1700s known for its drama, detail, and use of harpsichord.

1. A music genre from Jamaica with slow rhythms and political messages, often tied to anti-colonialism.
3. A dramatic performance where most of the dialogue is sung with orchestral music.
4. The speed or pace of a piece of music.
5. A music style from the African-American experience, often expressing sadness and emotion.
6. A genre from the 1970s Bronx, combining rap, beats, and social messages.
10. A style of music from the 1700s–1800s known for balance, structure, and composers like Mozart.