There are all sorts of instruments out there in the world, and many of them have been around for hundreds of years. This electronic instrument is just over 100 years old, and the musician doesn’t even touch it in order to play it. Do you know what it is? If you guessed the Theremin, you […]
Music Genre Spotlight: Bluegrass
Bluegrass music has made a huge comeback in recent years. Uniquely American in its origins, this genre blends together the musical traditions of African Americans and Scottish immigrants to create this often melancholic sound. It was developed by displaced workers from the Appalachian region. Themes in bluegrass music include narratives of everyday life, interpersonal relationships, […]