The Black Musical Tradition

Music is an important part of the Black Cultural heritage. In The Black Musical Tradition, Robin Walker places the various types of African and African-derived music into a historical context. He tells the fascinating story of Black Music from Ancient Egyptian times to the HipHop era.

He shows the links and commonalities that underlie Black Music with a discussion that includes African Court Music, Highlife, Work Song, Blues, Gospel, Ragtime, Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Reggae, HipHop, Techno and House.

The Black Musical Tradition also answers questions such as …
1. What are the key musical elements that define Black Music?
2. Who really invented Rock and Roll?
3. Is House and Techno really a part of the Black Musical tradition?

This lecture essay contains 18 illustrations.