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Lesson 20 of 84 · Music History
The Birth of Opera
Learn about the birth of opera: explain the influence of african american musicians on modern music
What You'll Learn
Nationalism in music (1800s) drew on folk melodies and dances. Dvorak, Grieg, and Sibelius celebrated their countries' musical identities.
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Explain the influence of African American musicians on modern music
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Describe the birth of rock and roll
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
Which period came first: Baroque or Romantic?