On Ralph Ellison’s Living With Music (1955) According to the speaker, the jazz musicians that he knew as a boy attempted to do all of the following EXCEPT
Select one:
a. Become technical masters of the instruments on which they performed
b. Blend forms such as the slave song and the spiritual into carefully structured performances
c. Achieve individuality and virtuosity within the confines of their musical tradition
d. Communicate their beliefs and attitudes in a positive manner through their performances
e. Combine their talents with those of others n extemporaneous group performances