Jimi Hendrix's Music Analysis

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Jimi Hendrix was a prominent cultural figure in the 60’s. He was a gifted guitarist and songwriter. His style and look influenced some of the biggest artist we know today such as Rick James, Prince and Erykah Badu. I enjoyed listening to this piece by Jimi Hendrix. I can remember the melody but I would have to listen to the piece a few times, only because he does a lot of improvisation. The only part I can remember easily is the chorus because I feel as if it stays constant; he does not change the chorus. Listening to this piece, Jimi’s improvisation is a theme I notice. I have listened to the piece about 4 times and I have not heard any dissonant sounds in the harmony. To me it sounds consonant, all the instruments follow one another. I didn’t

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