History of Rock
Week 1 Performance Task
1. Pick a rock band or an individual performer (this includes a singer, guitarist,
bassist, drummer, etc).
2(A). If it is a band, research the band members lives, how the group formed,
what their musical influences are.
2(B). If it is a performer, research the individual’s life, how they became a rock
music performer, and what his or her musical influences are.
3. Write a five (5) page, doubled spaced, 12-point font paper that includes
biographical, historical, and musical information.
4. Prepare a seven (7) minute presentation for the class. You may include
pictures, posters, music, video, powerpoint point presentation, etc…
5. This project is due during exam week for all others.
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