What is the historical and cultural background of popular music?

Pop music is a combination of musical genres or types. It originated with the ragtime of the 1890s and early 1900s, the jazz era of the 1920s and 1930s, and the big band era of the 1940s. Michael Jackson became known as the ”King of Pop” as a result of his musical and dance talent.

Why was pop music created?

Pop music started with the publishing of sheet music. During this period, many Americans turned to their pianos for entertainment. Hence, just as music sheets were transcribed for symphonies and orchestras, so too, sheet music for popular songs became a phenomenon throughout the country.

What is the culture of popular music?

popular music, any commercially oriented music principally intended to be received and appreciated by a wide audience, generally in literate, technologically advanced societies dominated by urban culture.

How did the 80’s influence the saxophone solo?

The popular music of the 1980’s carried with it a powerful legacy for us saxophone players. Unlike the pop music of today, much of which is sampled, sequenced, and looped, the music of the 80’s made frequent use of the saxophone solo.

What are some classic saxophone solos?

Classic solos on songs such as “Careless Whisper,” “I Can’t Go for That,” and “Caribbean Queen” helped to plant the saxophone smack-dab into the musical mainstream.

What are some of the best sax songs of the 80s?

The sax was played by lead singer Rindy Ross. Other great sax songs of the 80s would include “Walking In My Sleep” by Roger Daltrey, “Waiting On a Friend” by the Rolling Stones and “Same Ole Ange Syne” by Dan Folgleberg (Forgive my spelling).

What are some of the best jazz/singer songs with a repeating saxophone?

One track that still stands out is Glenn Frey’s “You Belong to the City” because of the repeating saxophone riff throughout. Frey played all instruments on the song except for the sax…that was accomplished by studio musician Bill Bergman.