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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Jam on Gerry's Rock: A Maine Folksong

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students study folksongs and The Jam on Gerry's Rock. They discuss folksongs they are familiar with and listen to information of The Jam on Gerry's Rock. They sing the song and discuss the story it tells and its qualities as a folksong....
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Performance with Understanding: Using "Suite Francaise" by Darius Milhaud

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore background information regarding "Suite Francaise" by Darius Milhaud. They study the five provinces of France and focus on the agriculture, industry, and historical background of each. They analyze the folk songs...
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PBS

P.o.v.: Lomax the Songhunter

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource dedicated to Alan Lomax discussing his role in preserving folk music. Discusses the film about his life and provides activities and additional resources for educators.
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Contemplator

Folk Music of England, Scotland,ireland, Wales & America

For Students 9th - 10th
Fine comprehensive intro to folk music of English-speaking countries. Lyrics, background and midi files make this a useful site.