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Encyclopedia Britannica: Martha and the Vandellas

For Students 9th - 10th
Features an overview of the career of Martha (Reeves) and the Vandellas, popular female vocal group of the 1960s that was part of the Motown sound. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995.
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The Efl Playhouse: Songs for Young Learners

For Students 3rd - 5th
Music, songs and dance have always been instrumental in teaching students. This site offers fun and entertaining activities along with teaching tips that enhance the students' awareness of sound, numbers, body parts and more. Intended...
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Encyclopedia Britannica: Sam and Dave

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical details on Sam and Dave, the American vocal duo who were among the most popular performers of soul music in the late 1960s and whose gritty, gospel-drenched style typified the Memphis Sound.
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Encyclopedia Britannica: Buddy Guy

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Buddy Guy, an American blues musician noted for his slashing electric guitar riffs and passionate vocals.
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Breath and Support: 2 Coordinated Functions in Singing

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief, yet detailed explanation of breathing and od the proper support needed for singing.
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Lawrence University: A Brief History of Singing

For Students 9th - 10th
An introduction to the history of Western solo singing from ancient times to the present can be found here.
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Diaphragm Description

For Students 9th - 10th
A post from 'Vocalist' written by Lloyd Hanson, a professor of voice, explaining the diaphragm muscle system.
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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: The Coasters

For Students 9th - 10th
Extremely popular from 1956-1961, the Coasters were a black vocal group with Jewish songwriters. Their music, which was a mixture of rhythm & blues, comedy and rock & roll, dominated the music scene of that time.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: The Temptations

For Students 9th - 10th
The Temptations typified what Motown was all about in the 1960s. Read the history behind this Grammy winning group that at one time ruled the Top Forty and were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1989.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Martha and the Vandellas

For Students 9th - 10th
Read biographical details on Sixties pop-soul female group, Martha and the Vandellas, 1995 inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, recommended reading list, and essential songs.
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Encyclopedia Britannica: Bobby Mc Ferrin

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Bobby McFerrin, an American musician noted for his tremendous vocal control and improvisational ability. He often sang a cappella, mixing folk songs, 1960s rock and soul tunes, and jazz...
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Encyclopedia Britannica: The Temptations

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features the Temptations, an American vocal group noted for their smooth harmonies and intricate choreography. Recording primarily for Motown Records, they were among the most popular performers of...
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Encyclopedia Britannica: Smokey Robinson and the Miracles

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, an American vocal group that helped define the Motown sound of the 1960s and was led by one of the most gifted and influential singer-songwriters in...
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Encyclopedia Britannica: The Shirelles

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief information on the career of one of the popular "girl groups" of the early 1960s, the Shirelles.

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