The Rise of Ragtime and the Blues

The video explores the evolution of black music in America, starting with the emergence of new styles post-Reconstruction. It delves into the history of minstrel shows and the derogatory Jim Crow laws. New Orleans is highlighted as a cultural hub, with its diverse music scene. The rise of Ragtime, led by Scott Joplin, is discussed as America's first dance music. The migration of black people brought the Blues, a deeply personal music style, to New Orleans, influenced by spirituals and work songs.

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