Question

Which style of music originated when slaves adapted christian hymns to reflect their.experiences?

Answer 1

African American spirituals

Step-by-step explanation:

The style of music that originated when slaves adapted Christian hymns to reflect their experiences is known as African American spirituals.

Slaves used European hymn and psalm texts but created their own melodies and speech patterns, effectively 'blackening' the European form of singing. They drew on African influences, such as call-and-response form, syncopated rhythms, and the use of 'blue' notes.

African American spirituals laid the foundation for future forms of American music, such as jazz, blues, and gospel.

Answer 2

I believe the answer is Gospel music.