Rock 'N Roll Teaching Resources :: 49

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Pop and Rock Music in the 60s: A Brief History

For Students 9th - 10th

This site has an web-article of the origins of 60s rock. Sections include "The Roots of Rock 'n' Roll," "The 1960's Begin," "The British Invade," and "1968 & 1969: The Unraveling." Also includes a bibliography section called...

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Bo Diddley: The Originator

For Students 9th - 10th

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.

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Mdl Communications: Super Seventies Rocksite

For Students 9th - 10th

A good source of information about rock music in the 1970s, including band spotlights and a photo gallery, plus much more.

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Wonderville Media

Wonderville: Elvis

For Students K - 1st

Elvis Presley is considered the "King of rock 'n' roll." Why? Before Elvis, very few people had ever heard of rock 'n' roll. It was a brand-new style of music. He was the first big rock star and made this new style of music popular...

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Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: Echoes of Elvis

For Students 9th - 10th

Exhibition explores the many depictions of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley.

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Rockument

For Students 9th - 10th

Good site that focuses on historic rock and its many connections. Includes musician profiles, music ties, and links to other similar sites.

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Elvis Presley

For Students 9th - 10th

The official site for Elvis Presley, from Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. Read a biography, an overview of his achievements, frequently asked questions, and what notable others have said of him. Good explanations of the roots of his...

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