How has popular music changed over the last 60 years? (Part 1)

In this lesson, we will learn about some of the ways in which popular music has changed over the last 60 years. We will learn how the ways in which people listen to music has changed over time and will look more closely at cassettes and CDs. We will then listen to some songs from singers and groups from the 1960s to 1980s.

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How has popular music changed over the last 60 years?

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Q2.When were CDs invented?

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Q3.Which of the following singers or groups was very famous in the 1960s?

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How has popular music changed over the last 60 years?

Well done on all of your great learning! Now have a go at answering these quiz questions to see what you can remember from the lesson.

Q1.Which was invented first?

1/3

Q2.When were CDs invented?

2/3

Q3.Which of the following singers or groups was very famous in the 1960s?

3/3

Lesson summary: How has popular music changed over the last 60 years? (Part 1)

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