Dvořák's "new world" symphony is inspired by african american and native american music. to incorporate these, the composer relied on a. children's songs from each tradition. b. his own impressions of their musical styles. c. new compositions by african americans and native americans. d. folk tunes from each culture.

"From 1892-1895, Dvořák directed the National Conservatory of Music in New York. The composer wanted to encourage his students to create a distinctly American national sound. He was inspired by African American and Native American traditions and tried to compose music that sounded similar to his impressions of them."

B. his own impressions of their musical styles.

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