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Explore Pa History: Jazz in Pennsylvania

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the history and influences of jazz in the state of Pennsylvania. Resource includes links to audio clips and video from artists, and stories of jazz from around the state.
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Explore Pa History: Dorsey Brothers

For Students 9th - 10th
A succinct biographical sketch that examines contributions to the jazz and swing eras by noted musicians, band leaders, and Pennsylvania natives, Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey.
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Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission

Explore Pa History

For Students 9th - 10th
A website dedicated to explore the history of Pennsylvania. The website is divided into "Stories from PA History," "Visit PA Regions," and "Teach PA History." "Stories from PA History" includes histories built around state historical...
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Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission

Explore Pa History: Clara Barton

For Students 9th - 10th
Examine the historical contributions of Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross and Pennsylvania native. One paragraph discusses her role in the Civil War.
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Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission

Explore Pa History: William Strayhorn

For Students 9th - 10th
Examine the historical contributions made to the jazz world by this noted composer and arranger from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.