American Music: From Folk to Country to Jazz and Pop.

American music genres such as folk, country, jazz and pop are examined in this first out of a two episode documentary. The film initially traces streams of American music such as the hoedown, square dance and hillbilly song. Tex Ritter at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry discusses country music. The documentary eventually examines Broadway music, Jazz and Pop. Watch footage of Gene Kupra, the Billy Taylor trio, Tony Bennet and commentary by Duke Ellington. Subscribe - never miss a video!