Yes, I do recall "the day the music died." It's hard to believe that it's been 50 years. I was in the 3rd grade. For those of us who don't recall, I found a web page that goes into great detail on the subject. http://www.fiftiesweb.com/crash.htm
Back in those days Rock & Roll music was not embraced by all. A lot of people weren't ready for it. It was different, a departure from the mainstream.
Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the "Big Bopper" died 50 years ago, today.
Their music did not.