Pop Music History

What traits distinguish Pop music from other genres?

• Instruments such as guitar, bass, and banjo

• Danceable beat, simple melodies, and repeating structure

• Complex melodies and structure

• Lyrics are often political and social commentary

The success of who led to an increase in performers writing their own music?

• Elvis Presley

• The Beach Boys

• ABBA

• The Beatles

What is a cover?

• Recording or performance of a song by a different artist than the original artist

• Recording or performance of a song by the original artist

• A song in the Pop genre

• A song that has achieved fame in its own right

What form do we often see in Pop music?

• Chorus, Chorus, Chorus

• Verse, Verse, Verse

• Verse, Chorus, Bridge

• Rondo Form

Rhythms in Pop music are influenced by all of the following styles EXCEPT

• Disco

• Raggae

• Rock

• Country

Who was a well known Pop singer in the 50s?

• Bing Crosby

• Aretha Franklin

• Ariana Grande

• Led Zepplin

What new type of group did we first see in the 60s?

• The Girl Group

• The Boy Band

Which era was the Disco Era?

• 1950s

• 1960s

• 1970s

• 1980s

Who was known as the "King of Pop?"

• Bob Dylan

• Elvis Presley

• MC Hammer

• Michael Jackson

During which era did we see a rise in Pop stars from singing competition shows like American Idol?

• 1980s

• 1990s

• 2000s

• 2010s