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The outdoor rock concert that took place in upstate New York (actually more than 40 miles from Woodstock, in Bethel) was not a symbol for anyone in the 1960s, simply because it didn't happen until August 15-18, 1969. It became, however, a symbol of the 1960s, especially of the latter half of the decade.
The event was poorly planned. The weather was awful. Traffic was a mess. There weren't enough sanitation facilities. There wasn't enough drinking water or food. Two people died and two people were unexpectedly born. And 400,000 attendees watched over thirty of the very best acts in rock and roll perform live on stage. Regardless of its 'symbol' value, Woodstock was certainly a major event. In perspective, the largest sports arenas accommodate less than a third that many people.
Woodstock stands as an example of the radical rejection of the youth culture of the time of the standards and structures built by their elders. It was rebel music presented in the least conventional venue available, under circumstances that allowed the maximum freedom to its participants. The use of illegal drugs and alcohol and the practice of casual sex are strongly associated with Woodstock.
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When was At the Woodstock Festival created?
At the Woodstock Festival was created in 1970.
What is the movie 'Taking Woodstock' about?
Taking Woodstock is a American comedy-drama film about the history of the Woodstock Festival of 1969, and about how the festival came to me.
How Woodstock Festival was financed?
The promoters, Woodstock Ventures, Inc.
Was grace slick at Woodstock?
No, Grace Slick did not perform at Woodstock in 1969. She was the lead singer of Jefferson Airplane, which was one of the notable bands of that era, but they did not play at the Woodstock festival. Jefferson Airplane did, however, gain significant fame shortly after Woodstock with their performances and music during the late 1960s.
How did Woodstock from Peanuts get his name?
From the 1969 Woodstock Festival. Charles M. Schulz acknowledged the festival's public impact by naming a character after it.
When was At the Woodstock Festival created?
At the Woodstock Festival was created in 1970.
When was Woodstock Mozart Festival created?
Woodstock Mozart Festival was created in 1987.
When was Woodstock Film Festival created?
Woodstock Film Festival was created in 1999.
What is the movie 'Taking Woodstock' about?
Taking Woodstock is a American comedy-drama film about the history of the Woodstock Festival of 1969, and about how the festival came to me.
How Woodstock Festival was financed?
The promoters, Woodstock Ventures, Inc.
What was Charlie Brown 's Woodstock named after?
Charlie Brown's friend Woodstock was named after the famous 1969 music festival in New York.
Why do they call Woodstock on the peanuts Woodstock?
Woodstock in the Peanuts comics was named after the famous Woodstock Festival that took place in 1969. The carefree and peaceful nature of the character reflects the festival's counterculture values of peace and love.
Was grace slick at Woodstock?
No, Grace Slick did not perform at Woodstock in 1969. She was the lead singer of Jefferson Airplane, which was one of the notable bands of that era, but they did not play at the Woodstock festival. Jefferson Airplane did, however, gain significant fame shortly after Woodstock with their performances and music during the late 1960s.
What was the reason for Woodstock festival?
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How did Woodstock from Peanuts get his name?
From the 1969 Woodstock Festival. Charles M. Schulz acknowledged the festival's public impact by naming a character after it.
What famous music festival was held up in upstate New York?
Woodstock
Population at Woodstock Festival?
At the festival in 1969 450,000 people attended.
