Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Sidney Lanier (1842 1881)
Lanier's brief life is discussed in this excerpt from the New Georgia Encyclopedia. A list of suggested reading is included.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Ray Charles (1930 2004)
Brush up on the life of legendary soul musician, Ray Charles, who was declared legally blind at age seven and because of this wore dark glasses that would become his trademark. The song most associated with him, "Georgia on My Mind",...
University of Pittsburgh
Center for American Music: Stephen Foster Chronology
This is a timeline of the life of songwriter, Stephen Foster. Very good as a quick reference to the major events of his life, as well as major events that were going on during his time. Also provides events that are not during Foster's...
Repeat After Us
Repeat After Us: Musicians Wrestle Everywhere
A poem from Emily Dickinson, "Musicians Wrestle Everywhere", is provided on this site. Students may listen to this poem read aloud by Bobby Allen and can access a printable version of this piece.
Other
Harmonica Info and Tips
Gives basic information about the harmonica in addition to tips for purchasing and playing one
Other
Internet Cello Society: Portrait of Pablo Casals
A biography of the famous Spanish cellist, Pablo Casals. Of particular interest is the outstanding courage he displayed during the Spanish Civil War.
Other
Bo Diddley: The Originator
Biographical information on Bo Diddley, popular musician of rhythm 'n' blues and rock 'n' roll. Provides highlights of his 50 years in the music industry.
Other
Nat King Cole Society: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee
This site provides information about Nat King Cole, as well as a timeline of his life. Nat King Cole was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
PBS
Pbs: American Masters: Paul Simon
Along with Art Garfunkel, Paul Simon was part of one of the most popular bands of the 1960's. Still popular today, read about his career in this biography from PBS.
Princeton Review
The Princeton Review: Career Musician
Overview of the life of a musician, the training neccessary to succeed, related careers, a career profile, organizations for membership, and the quality of life that can be expected.
South Carolina Educational Television
Etv: Artopia: Meet an Artist: Musicians
Find a series of videos of artists working as musicians, music directors, music educators, and songwriters in which they explain their artistic thinking and techniques and what it is like to be working in the music field.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Dizzy Gillespie
Dizzie Gillespie helped create a new form of modern jazz called be-bop. It was the predecessor of hip-hop that is so popular today.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Al Green
Gifted 1970s soul singer, Al Green, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995. After a rewarding R&B singing career, he became a Reverend in 1976 and moved to gospel music.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Bill Haley
Read up on 1950s rock and roller, Bill Haley, who with His Comets recorded the legendary song, 'Rock Around the Clock'. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Billy Joel
Here you will find much information about one of "rock and roll's most talented and accomplished songwriters". He's had 13 Top Ten hits including 'Piano Man', 'It's Still Rock and Roll to Me', and 'We didn't Start the Fire' while also...
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Bobby Darin
Grammy award winning artist Bobby Darin was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1990. Having died at only 37 years of age, he had an incredibly remarkable career. As fellow teen idol Dion said: "he could do it all".
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Bo Diddley
Creator of the "Bo Diddley beat", this rock & roller was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987. Here is a brief biographical sketch of his life.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Carl Perkins
Offers interesting biographical details on Southern rockabilly musician Carl Perkins, a 1987 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, essential songs, and recommended reading list.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Dion
Read biographical information about Hall of Famer, Dion, who had ten Top Ten songs in his career.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Duane Eddy
Known for his "twang", Duane Eddy has been called "the first rock and roll guitar god". Read about the history of his music and view a list of his most popular songs.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Eddie Cochran
"Fifties-bred rebel rocker", Eddie Cochran died at only twenty-one, but still managed to have two top 500 hits. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: James Taylor
Presents comprehensive biographical details on Grammy winning singer/songwriter James Taylor, a 2000 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, essential songs, and recommended reading list.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: John Lennon
Offers a detailed biographical essay on ex-Beatle and songwriter John Lennon, a 1994 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, essential songs, and recommended reading list.
Other
Berklee College of Music: Careers in Music
Provides information about different kinds of careers in music.