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Ten informative videos make up a series hosted by Wynton Marsalis designed to share the musical triumphs of jazz musicians Scott Joplin, Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and more!
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Instructional Ideas
- Play a collection of each of the featured musician's music while learners work to complete assignments
- Assign a research report based on one of the musicians listed
- Depending on how long your jazz unit takes, watch one video a day as an introduction to instruction
Classroom Considerations
- The duration reflects the total time is takes to watch each video; separately, videos last about two minutes
Pros
- Each video showcases one musician
- Videos provide pictures and musical examples
- Includes a variety of reference tools to aid instructional activities
Cons
- Video quality appears outdated