Origin of Country Music:
Western style of American Music from the rural areas of the south and west in early 20th century
Root of Country Music:
Ballads and folk music of English, Scotts and Irish settlers
Dominant Instruments: in Country Music
Fiddle or Guitar play a lead role over a rhythmic foundation of guitar or banjo
Other Instruments:
Dulcimer, Harmonica, Mandolin
Vocals:
Either single voice or in high close harmony
Artists:
Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert
Gospel Country:
Carrie Underwood
