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Black Past

Black Past: Marsalis, Wynton

For Students 9th - 10th
This concise encyclopedia article tells about Wynton Marsalis as both a classical and jazz musician. There is a link to his own website.
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Black Past

Black Past: Watts, Andre

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia article gives a brief biography of Andre Watts, the first internationally known black classical pianist.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Marian Anderson

For Students 9th - 10th
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2005 to commemorate classical singer Marian Anderson. With a short passage on her awards and international singing career.
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PBS

Pbs American Masters: Isaac Stern

For Students 9th - 10th
A virtuoso on the violin, Isaac Stern is celebrated in this brief biography by PBS. Read about the highlights of his life and music.
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PBS

Pbs: American Masters: Arthur Rubinstein

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS profiles the life and work of the pianist Arthur Rubinstein (1887-1982).
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Marion Anderson Classical Musician

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Reading Comprehension flipchart lesson can be used as a whole group or center activity. The reading selection gives readers an overview of Marian Anderson's life and career as a musician. Assessment...