Wilsondisc Wilsondisc from H.W. Wilson Co., the Readers' Guide to Periodical Literature indexes for citations to books, articles, reports, book reviews and other information on several general topics. This multimedia reference tool presents highlights of music in America from both historical and cultural perspectives, from settlement to World War II, and from Psalmody to Rock. It includes recordings of historically accurate compositions performed by classical, popular and folk musicians. Contains notes on the historical settings, composers, and lyrics. Also includes photos, illustrations, animations, sound clips, maps, tables, and web links.
Photographs add visual impact to encourage interactive learning.
This CD consists of four parts. Each part explores the early beginnings, growth, themes, and musical patterns of the blues. Includes narrated story line, musical samples, and key word index. This multimedia presentation details the history, growth, and different forms of country music. Offers search feature, on-line help, teacher's notes, and transcripts.