Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Act 3: New York Introduction 1924-1925, Louis Armstrong

For Teachers 4th - 11th
Learners listen to and examine jazz recordings and listen for features (breaks and obbligato) that are typical of jazz music. In groups, they make up a short blues song of their own.
Worksheet
Curated OER

MUSIC , MUSIC , MUSIC !

For Students 9th - 12th
In this music worksheet, students find the words that define music and the answers are found when clicking the button at the bottom of the page.
Article
Other

Pay the Piper: The Saxophone

For Students 3rd - 8th
This is a site to read about the advantages and disadvantages of playing the saxophone. The page gives great background information about this woodwind instrument.
Website
Other

North American Saxophone Alliance

For Students 9th - 10th
Although membership is required in order to participate in the North American Saxophone Alliance Discussion Group, non-members can view this website for archived discussions and upcoming events. Also included are links to information on...
Website
University of Michigan

University of Michigan: Instrument Encyclopedia: Saxophone

For Students 9th - 10th
The University of Michigan provides general information on the saxophone, a single-reed woodwind instrument, invented by Adolphe Sax. This resource also includes images and references for further reading and research.
Website
Other

Saxlessons

For Students 9th - 10th
The complete saxophone resource. Students are guided through lessons. Also, a wealth of information about the saxophone.
Handout
Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Lucky Thompson

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical details on Lucky Thompson, an American jazz musician, one of the most distinctive and creative bop-era tenor saxophonists, who in later years played soprano saxophone as well.