This American Popular Music from 1900 to 1950 Subject Guide , arranged chronologically, is intended as an overview of American history through its music. Music reflects the times, describing events and emotions.Music can portray a more accurate picture of people and events than many other mediums available to us today.

The 1910s were called the Ballroom Decade. Many of the trendier restaurants were equipped with dance floors. Black Americans continued to write and perform ragtime, blues and jazz.

Examples of 1910 Music:

• Alexander"s Ragtime Band (irving berlin)



• Danny Boy



• You made me love you (Al Jolson)



• Ah! sweet Mystery of Life