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Read Works

Read Works: Famous African Americans Marian Anderson

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This passage contains brief biographical information about the famous singer named Marian Anderson. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies...
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Classical Bands

Classicbands: Smokey Robinson

For Students 9th - 10th
Read biographical information and interesting facts about famous Motown legend, Smokey Robinson, award winning soul singer and songwriter.
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Cengage Learning

Gale: Hispanic Heritage Biographies: Ricky Martin

For Students 9th - 10th
Described in this biography is the Puerto Rican singing superstar who is a Hispanic pop sensation. This article features much fascinating information about his career.
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Songwriters Hall of Fame

Songwriters Hall of Fame: Hank Williams

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a brief biography about country singer and songwriter Hank Williams. This site also has a list of the songs he has written as well as an audio clip of his most famous song "Your Cheatin' Heart".
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PBS

Pbs: Jazz: Biographies: Ella Fitzgerald

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the life of Ella Fitzgerald, from her childhood as an orphan to her rise as a successful jazz singer. Includes audio (requires RealPlayer).
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Mahalia Jackson

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the " Queen of Gospel", New Orleans born singer Mahalia Jackson.
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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: The Hall of Arts

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the lives of famous people in the arts who exemplify what it means to live a meaningful life and achieve your goals.
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PBS

Pbs: American Masters: Lena Horne

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS profiles American jazz singer and actress Lena Horne's life and music. Includes video.
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PBS

Classics for Kids: Giuseppe Verdi

For Students 3rd - 8th
A short biography of Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.
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Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: August Wilson

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learn more about the famous playwright August Wilson when you visit this educational site. This site features links to several resources ranging from biographical information to lesson plans.
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Black Past

Black Past: Robeson, Paul

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia entry tells about Paul Robeson, famous baritone, and his struggles for racial equality. A link to a website for more information on African-Americans is provided.
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Other

Usps: Marion Anderson: Voice of the Century

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Celebrate Black American History Month by studying this noteworthy Black American musician from the past Learn why Marian Anderson was called the voice of the century, how she impacted the lives of other Black musicians, and what it...
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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Solomon Burke

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the famous rhythm & blues singer, "King of Rock and Soul" Solomon Burke, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2001.