Hi Delenny,I really liked your post! You were able to outline well the unique qualities of hip hop, like rhythm, rhyme and refrain. I agree that Rakim…Apr 23, 2021Apr 23, 2021
Hi Gina,Great job outlining the major points of hip hop's origins and major components. I would agree with you that many people do not appreciate…Apr 23, 2021Apr 23, 2021
Echo & FlowHip hop has evolved from spoken poetic performers to become one of the most widely enjoyed music genres of today. However, it is not…Apr 18, 20211Apr 18, 20211
Hi Gina,Great job summing up the origins of the Blues form and spelling out the rhyming scheme! I'd agree with you that the poem "Oakland Blues"…Apr 16, 2021Apr 16, 2021
Hi Makenna,I liked your interpretation of the poem Oakland Blues! I would agree that many tend to turn to alcohol in times of sorrow, and the…Apr 16, 2021Apr 16, 2021
Red, White and BluesThe blues is an American tradition rooted in musical performances and oral improvisation. The traditional lyrical stanza for the blues…Apr 10, 20211Apr 10, 20211
Hi Tori,Great job summing up the sonnet's history and rhyming scheme. Your analysis clearly identifies the main characteristics of the form in a…Apr 1, 2021Apr 1, 2021
Hi Alexnadra,I agree that the sonnet's various rhyming schemes allow the poet's creativity to flourish. The poem in particular that you chose to analyze…Apr 1, 2021Apr 1, 2021
Sonnet- cell or sanctuary?The sonnet form has origins from a multitude of backgrounds, taking new shape with each interpretation. However, its creation can be…Mar 28, 20212Mar 28, 20212