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Article
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Todd & Sharon Peach: Oscar Hammerstein on Jerome Kern

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a moving tribute for Jerome Kern after his death by friend and partner Oscar Hammerstein II. He discuss his life and impact.
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Website
Nobel Media AB

The Nobel Prize: The Nobel Prize in Literature 1999: Gunter Grass

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the life and writing of Gunter Grass -- the recipient of the 1999 Nobel Prize in Literature -- through this multimedia website, which provides video clips, primary texts, images, and resources.
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Primary
Other

Todd & Sharon Peach: Irving Berlin Remembers Lorenz Hart

For Students 9th - 10th
Irving Berlin talks about famous lyricist Lorenz Hart, of the famous writing duo Rodgers & Hart. He discuss his impact on music on culture.
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Activity
John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Stephen Sondheim

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography is presented on lyricist Stephen Sondheim from the John F. Kennedy Center. Included are details on his works and achievements, along with commentary by Sondheim and his contemporaries.
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Website
Other

Writingsongs

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about composing music and songwriting. Of interest is the Tips & Information section where there are several articles of advice about songwriting.
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Website
Authors Calendar

Author's Calendar: Gunter Grass

For Students 9th - 10th
Short biography and writer that includes a list of related links and a page that focuses on "The Tin Drum."
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Website
Other

Guide to Writing Lyrics

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete guide to writing lyrics for songs and jingles. Provides good advice and insight in the art of writing lyrics.
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Handout
Other

Gershwin fan.com

For Students 9th - 10th
The site is a commercial one designed to sell Gershwin books, recordings, etc. Also included is great information on both George and Ira such as a detailed biography, photos, etc.