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Black History Month Report

Black History Month Report

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
As part of Black History Month, class members investigate in depth the life and work of an African American musician.
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Other

Old State House Museum: Biographies of Arkansas Musicians

For Students 9th - 10th
The music and musicians of Arkansas are the focus of this exhibit. Learn about different instruments, forms of music, and people like Johnny Cash, Conway Twitty, Scott Joplin, and many more.
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University of Houston

University of Houston: Biography: Franz Liszt (1811 1886)

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers biographical information about musician and composer Franz Liszt. Includes links to samples of his works.
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PBS

Pbs: Jazz: Biographies: James Reese Europe

For Students 9th - 10th
Short but informative biography of jazz musician James Reese Europe (1881-1919) from Ken Burns' PBS documentary, Jazz.
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Other

Bing Crosby

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography of Bing Crosby. In-depth article on singing and acting career. Crosby entertained the troops during World War II as well as recording one of the most popular war songs, "White Christmas."
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Other

Internet Cello Society: Portrait of Pablo Casals

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of the famous Spanish cellist, Pablo Casals. Of particular interest is the outstanding courage he displayed during the Spanish Civil War.
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PBS

Welcome to the Club the Women of Rockabilly

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the women who were the queens of rockabilly. Listen to samples of their music, read brief biographies and view a timeline ranging 70 years.
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University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas: Americo Paredes 1915 1999

For Students 9th - 10th
Students of Paredes music and folklore can find his biography, a bibliography, photos, works, and newsclips of this Mexican American folklorist, teacher, writer, poet, and musician.