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Storytellers: Pearl Jam

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Students examine the nature of their own generation by looking at current events and music styles. They update old lyrics with new ones that are more relevant to current times and express a truth about their own generation. Finally, they perform their updated lyrics and support their choices.

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7th - 12th
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Visual & Performing Arts
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