Instructional Video14:33
Crash Course

Rap and Hip Hop: Crash Course Black American History #47

12th - Higher Ed
Music is an integral part of Black American culture. Today, Clint Smith will teach you about rap & hip hop, and the cultural significance of artists including Public Enemy, Wu-Tang Clan, the Notorious B.I.G., Tupac, N.W.A., Queen...
Instructional Video5:05
Wonderscape

Cultural Appropriation in Black Music: Influence or Theft?

K - 5th
Explore the complex history of cultural appropriation in Black music, from early blackface performances to modern-day debates. This video examines how white artists have borrowed from and been influenced by Black music, sparking...
Instructional Video4:43
Wonderscape

The Origins and Evolution of Black Music in America

K - 5th
Explore the deep roots and evolution of Black music in America, starting with the spirituals of enslaved Africans and moving through gospel traditions. Learn how music has served as a source of resilience, hope, and expression through...
Instructional Video4:10
Curated Video

The Untold Story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe: A Soothing Stroll Through Black Music History

9th - Higher Ed
Join King Kurus, the Black History Buff, on a peaceful walk as he uncovers the remarkable life of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the unsung Godmother of Rock and Roll. Discover how this pioneering guitarist shaped the future of music against all...
Instructional Video16:35
TED Talks

TED: Dragonflies that fly across oceans | Charles Anderson

12th - Higher Ed
While living and working as a marine biologist in Maldives, Charles Anderson noticed sudden explosions of dragonflies at certain times of year. He explains how he carefully tracked the path of a plain, little dragonfly called the globe...
Instructional Video3:03
Curated Video

Music and Black History

9th - Higher Ed
Music is an important and effective medium for communicating emotions and inspiration. Learn about two important Black musicians who don't often get talked about in school: Abbey Lincoln and Fela Aníkúlápó Kuti.
Instructional Video1:37
Curated Video

31 Days Of Black British History Day Seven: Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Classical Music Pioneer

9th - Higher Ed
Delve into the life of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, the classical composer known as the 'African Mahler'. Discover how this mixed-race musician broke racial barriers in the world of classical music.
Instructional Video5:35
Wonderscape

The Evolution of Jazz: America's Musical Art Form

K - 5th
Explore the rich history of jazz, a uniquely American genre that blends spirituals, gospel, ragtime, and blues into a dynamic, improvisational art form. Learn how jazz evolved from its early days in New Orleans to global popularity, with...
Instructional Video1:20
Curated Video

31 Days Of Black British History Day Ten: Stormzy - More Than Music 🎤🎓

9th - Higher Ed
From the streets of Croydon to the top of the charts, Stormzy has become more than just a grime artist - he's a cultural icon and a force for change. In 2017, Stormzy made history with his debut album 'Gang Signs & Prayer', the first...
Instructional Video1:49
Curated Video

31 Days Of Black British History Day Twenty: Jamal Edwards - British Music Pioneer

9th - Higher Ed
Today, we're shining a spotlight on a young entrepreneur who revolutionized British music: Jamal Edwards.
Instructional Video1:31
Curated Video

31 Days Of Black British History Day Eight: The Windrush Generation

9th - Higher Ed
On June 22, 1948, the Empire Windrush docked at Tilbury, carrying over 500 passengers from the Caribbean. This marked the beginning of post-war mass migration to Britain, forever changing the face of British society. These pioneers faced...
Instructional Video0:33
Curated Video

I WONDER - What is a Galaxy?

Pre-K - 5th
This video is answering the question of what is a galaxy.
Instructional Video3:04
Curated Video

The History and Recipe of Muffin

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Muffins are a form of bread that is often eaten for breakfast or as a snack. There are two common types of muffin: the American muffin and the English muffin. Learn about the differences between the two and try making English muffins!
Instructional Video7:52
Music Matters

Classical Style - Composing for the Piano

9th - 12th
In this episode of composing for the piano we talk about writing in a classical style. We take the music matters theme and arrange it into a classical style, discussing music composition techniques and tips when composing for the piano...
Instructional Video3:00
Curated Video

Hip Hop: Music, Dance, and Art

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Hip hop is more than just music and fashion. It is a cultural movement that originated in the Black/African American and Latino communities of New York in the 1970s. With its four main focus areas of rap music, DJing, b-boying...
Instructional Video4:43
Great Big Story

Jerron Paxton, Reviving America's Musical Heritage

12th - Higher Ed
Join Chris Funk in exploring the life of Jerron Paxton, a young virtuoso breathing new life into century-old music.
Instructional Video5:05
Curated Video

Remembering Johnny Cash: The Man in Black

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video provides a poignant overview of the life and legacy of the iconic musician Johnny Cash, known as the Man in Black. It highlights his enduring impact on the music industry, his deep connection with his wife June Carter Cash,...
Instructional Video8:25
Englishing

ESL - Comparative & Superlative Adjectives

9th - Higher Ed
What are adjectives? They are words that modify nouns or pronouns. In this lesson, Mr. P. will explain the different rules of comparatives and superlatives adjectives by illustrating a diagram. He will also talk about the other three...
Instructional Video5:36
Curated Video

Black People named in the Guinness World Record

9th - Higher Ed
Here is a list of Black people in the Guinness Book of World Records and what they have accomplished in fields from music to sports to politics. How many of these people do you recognize?
Instructional Video1:40
The Kiboomers

Nelson Mandela - The Kiboomers Preschool Songs - Black History Month

Pre-K - K
Sing along and learn with The Kiboomers! Happy Nelson Mandela Day! This Nelson Mandela song is a great way to introduce famous figures into your classroom for Black History Month. Be sure to add it to your preschool learning songs or...
Instructional Video16:11
Curated Video

Is 'Old Town Road' by Lil Nas X real country music? (feat. Blanco Brown)

12th - Higher Ed
It’s often been said that music is a universal language. So why was “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X initially removed from the country Billboard charts? Hallease and Evelyn use this hit record to talk about the business of music and how it...
Instructional Video1:52
Curated Video

Bluegrass Music

9th - Higher Ed
Kentucky’s Appalachian Mountains was the birthplace of Bluegrass Music and Bill Monroe who became the Godfather of the Bluegrass
Instructional Video7:44
Wonderscape

The Evolution of Rhythm and Blues to Hip-Hop

K - 5th
Trace the journey of Black music from the post-WWII rhythm and blues era through the rise of Motown, the powerful voices of the Civil Rights era, and the emergence of hip-hop in the Bronx. Learn how each genre influenced the next,...
Instructional Video5:23
Wonderscape

The Rise of Ragtime and the Blues

K - 5th
Discover the emergence of ragtime and blues music during and after the Reconstruction Era. Learn how ragtime brought a rhythmic, danceable sound to America, while the blues gave voice to personal stories of struggle and resilience....

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