1950’s Australian Music Research Task

1. Go back to the CHSTS website where you opened this file and watch the video on 1950’s music.

2. Complete the questions on slides 2 and 3. All answers must be written in your book.

Johnny O’Keefe

• Johnny O’Keefe Laptop Activity• Using a laptop, you are to research the life and achievements

of Johnny O’Keefe. The answers must be written in your books. Write down each question and answer. You are to include the following information:

1. Date of birth and death.2. Where did he grow up?3. What styles of music did he perform?4. Have they won any awards? How many?5. Where have they performed in? List at least four venues.6. How did he make rock n roll popular in Australia? 7. Write one interesting fact about Johnny O’Keefe

1950’s MusicUsing a laptop, research the following information and

write your answers in your book.1. List the main instruments that were used during the

1950’s rock and roll movement.2. What is the role of each instrument? (eg. Lead,

harmony, rhythm, etc.)3. What year did rock n roll get introduced into Australia?4. What four main styles make up rock n roll?5. What was the unofficial anthem of rock n roll? Which

band performed this song?6. Who is the king of rock n roll?7. Why did people protest against rock n roll?