RMA Presents: How Jazz and Blues Revolutionized American Culture in the 1920s
African-Americans originated the forms of music that evolved into jazz and blues starting in the 19th century, but formal stage performances were initially limited to white performers and audiences. As the audio recording industry developed, the opportunities for Black composers and performers grew rapidly. By the 1930’s, jazz and blues had become a core part of American music, and over time they would continue to evolve into forms at the heart of American music.
