Music in 1950s

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Inquiry question(s): What influenced music culture in the 1950s and how did it affect that era?Kaleigh Santos

Why do we still learn about this event today? Why was it important for the progression of music?

After the effects of world war 2, many people decided to express themselves using music

In the 1950s “rock and roll” was created. With Elvis being the king of rock

In the 1950s “rock and roll” was created. With Elvis being the king of rock

Music from 1950

Does this event shed light on enduring or emerging issues in history?

Music in the 1950s was important because, it reflected the cultural changes and a reflection of society at the time

This influenced the way people dressed, television, dance, and many more

This influenced the way people dressed, television, dance, and many more

The expression of music caused a lot of racial tension as some music was categorized as “black music”

Music from 1950

Should this be taught to future generations? What are the key take- aways?

Yes!

It was a way that people started to express themselves and it still is to this day

It shows culturally how music affected people

It shows culturally how music affected people

History of music is important to show how music
has evolved since then