Country and Western Genre Conventions

Country music is a musical genre, which originated in the southern rural states of USA. it originates from American folk and southern cowboy music, and is a product of the two. Country music generally consists of ballads and dance tunes with generally simple forms and harmonies.
they use mostly string instruments such as banjoes, electric and acoustic guitars, fiddles, and harmonicas.
the images represented are generally cowboy related, with stenson hats and chaps. the lyrics have a few areas mainly covered. freedom and patriotism are key. some of the most popular songs of this genre are love songs. there are also religious aspects to a lot of the lryics as well. this is because of the roots of the southern sates, who hold religion very closely in their culture.
main instruments
banjo.                                                     guitar                       fiddle


harmonica                                            acoustic bass guitars                       drums



typical clothing
       Stetson hats                                              jeans                                                 waistcoats




              cheque shirts                         Bolo ties                     cowboy boots                       neckerchiefs