The Beginning of Blues

Where is the birthplace of the Blues?

• Chicago

• Atlanta

• Mississippi Gulf Coast

• Mississippi Delta

Who is known as the 'Father of the Blues'?

• Robert Johnson

• W.C. Handy

• B.B. King

• Muddy Waters

What instrument is most commonly associated with Blues music?

• Piano

• Trumpet

• Guitar

• Saxophone

What is the song structure for Blues?

• 8 Bars Blues

• 4 Bar Blues

• 12 Bar Blues

• No Structure

Where did W.C. Handy find the Blues style of music?

• Cleveland, MS

• Cleveland, OH

• Cleveland, AR

• Cleveland, KS

What is Blues music based on?

• Joyful, Happy Songs

• Work and Money

• Work Songs and Spirituals

• School and Family

When did Blues Music begin?

• 1880's

• 1910's

• 1940's

• 2000's

W.C. Handy's first instruments were what?

• Violin and Clarinet

• Trumpet and Drums

• Saxophone and Tuba

• Guitar and Trumpet

Which of the following is a famous Blues musician?

• Elvis Presley

• John Coltrane

• Muddy Waters

• Frank Sinatra

Which instrument did B.B. King famously play?

• Piano

• Trumpet

• Guitar

• Harmonica