From American cities to American college campuses, the second half of the 1960s was a time of social tumult, and writers, artists, and musicians responded to this social unrest. Consider a patriotic (however that might mean to you) song as performed by Jimi Hendrix at Woodstock in 1968. Listen to Hendrixs version of the Star-Spangled Banner, then consider the questions below.

Knowing the context, what (if anything) do you think Hendrixs is trying to say with his version of the Star-Spangled Banner? Or, put differently, what do you think Hendrixs audience heard him saying when he performed his song? What do you hear him saying?

Moreover, in a song without any lyrics, how does Hendrixs Star-Spangled Banner create meaning with non-verbal sound? What is the nature of the meaning madeis it clear and concrete; does it provide for multiple interpretations; is it impossible to glean any meaning from the song; is it difficult to translate into words yet seems to send a clear musical/emotional message, etc.? Please make reference to particular moments and include the minutes and seconds in the track.

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