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Curated Video
Gladys Bentley: Breaking All the Rules
At a time when homosexuality was illegal in the United States, LGBTQ+ artist and pioneer Gladys Bentley broke all the rules to become one of the wealthiest Black performers of her time.
Weird History
Notable Musicians Who Died In Plane Crashes
Who's all on this list of rock stars and bands that died in plane crashes? Aviation accidents have been the cause of many famous fatalities. In the music profession, especially, many young lives have been lost to accidents in the air....
Weird History
The Tortured Life Of Janis Joplin
Long before the phenomenon that was Amy Winehouse, whose mesmerizing voice captivated millions, there was Janis Joplin, to whom Winehouse was often compared. While Joplin only released three albums during her lifetime (and a few...
Mr Henry's Music World
Rhythm Lesson for Kids: All About Rhythm Episode!
Get listening, learning, and playing rhythm on this adventure with Mr. Henry & Mr. Fite! A fun music education lesson for kids.
Pentatonix
Evolution of Music - Pentatonix
Explore music through the decades with an engaging video brought to you by the 5-part harmony acapella group, Pentatonix. Genuine musical talents sing through a variety of popular music from the 11th century to the 2010's. Artists...
Joy 2 Learn
Jazz Musicians
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!
Joy 2 Learn
Nuts and Bolts of Jazz
A collection of videos directs viewers through a series of seven videos detailing all things jazz. Video topics include how to play, its forms, rhythm, syncopation, swing, improvisation, and explores the rhythm, horn, and wind sections....
Biography
Langston Hughes- Mini Biography
When delving into such writings as "I Too Sing America" or "The Negro Speaks of Rivers" by poet, novelist, and playwright Langston Hughes, don't forget to provide this important historical background information on the Harlem...
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Eric Clapton Takes on Robert Johnson's Blues
Eric Clapton was inspired by the music of Robert Johnson and his blues recordings. Plenty of audio clips here.
Music Education
Genre Sampler: Blues
This music sampler shows students how to distinguish the blues from other genres. Listen to the sound clip to hear the supposed depressed or saddened feeling. Related resource links provided.