What are ten facts about blues music?

Answer 1

1. The term "the blues" refers to the "blue devils", which means sadness.
2. Blues Music originated in the United States.
3. Blues music had a major influence over twentieth century music.

   There are several variations on blues style, mostly based on the geographical region the style originated in. Chicago Blues, Delta Blues, Texas Blues and Blues Rock are the four major kinds

   The first recordings of blues music were from the early twentieth century, and the style seems to have originated in the deep south of the United States.

4. The guitar is perhaps the most central instrument of blues music.

   The main three instruments used are the guitar, Banjo and Harmonica.

5. The most popular piece of blues music is called the 12 bar blues.
6. After the war, when the slaves became free, they congregated in the cities, solidifying their own culture and music.
7. African American music