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Music Of Washington, DcThe music of Washington D.C. is known for two primary scenes, hardcore and associated derivatives and a hip hop-dance music hybrid called go go. The first major musical figure from DC was John Phillip Sousa, a military brass band composer. Later figures include jazz legends like Duke Ellington and soul singers like Roberta Flack. The city is home to the Washington Symphony Orchestra and the National Symphony Orchestra. Important performing venues include the Kennedy Center. Hardcore Main article: Washington DC hardcore Washington is best known for its contribution to hardcore punk rock, particularly bands like Minor Threat and the Bad Brains and Dischord Records, but it had a vibrant musical community prior to hardcore's arrival with bands like the Razz (band), Slickee Boys, and Penetrators putting out records on local independent labels like Limp, O'Rourke, and Dacoit. Go Go Go go arose in the late 1970s, combining funk and instrumental percussion with rapping. The inventor of go go is Chuck Brown, known for Bustin' Loose, which became a surprise national hit. Later go go bands include Rare Essence, Trouble Funk and Experience Unlimited. Washington, DC
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