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Musical Tribute
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The world of music is an evolving one. It's always changing,
recreating, and making a voice for the musician creating the music.
The way musicians communicate their message to the masses is unlike any other art form. Music reaches across age barriers, time barriers, and cultural barriers.
As we pay tribute to the many African American leaders of past and present, we remember the pioneers that paved the way in song.
Here are just a few musicians that remain timeless; their work has changed the face of music and broke across barriers that were once unbreakable.
With the help of Songs for Teaching, below are just a few musical selections to observe Black History Month.
Learn more about other famous musicians and their work at Infoplease: Notable African-American Musicians.
The way musicians communicate their message to the masses is unlike any other art form. Music reaches across age barriers, time barriers, and cultural barriers.
As we pay tribute to the many African American leaders of past and present, we remember the pioneers that paved the way in song.
Here are just a few musicians that remain timeless; their work has changed the face of music and broke across barriers that were once unbreakable.
| Aretha Franklin Known as the 'Queen of Soul', Franklin has mastered the many genres of music, including jazz, rock, blues, pop, R&B and gospel. |
| Jimi Hendrix Was one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. |
| Michael Jackson The greatest pop icon of the 20th century. |
| Stevie Wonder An African American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer. |
| Billie
Holiday Known as 'Lady Day', she was a renowned jazz singer and performer. |
| Louis
“Satchmo” Armstrong American jazz trumpet virtuoso, and singer. |
| Dizzy
Gillespie Jazz musician and composer. He paved the way for the 'Bebop' movement in modern jazz. |
| Tina
Turner Grammy Award-winning rhythm and blues singer known for her powerful vocals and her athletic dancing. |
| Prince Influential musician/singer whose music combines elements of rock, pop and funk. |
With the help of Songs for Teaching, below are just a few musical selections to observe Black History Month.
| Follow the Drinking Gourd |
| Get on Board, Little Children |
| I Have a Dream - Musical Tribute to MLK |
| I'm On My Way |
| Kumbaya |
| Rosa Parks |
| Stand Up for Your Beliefs |
| We've Got The Whole World In Our Hands |
Learn more about other famous musicians and their work at Infoplease: Notable African-American Musicians.
Winter Travel
Interested in a little getaway this winter? Check out some snowy sites that are sure to bring you and your family joy this season.
Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Bike along the Truckee River, hop on a carriage ride, or visit Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum!
Stowe, Vermont
Check out the home of Ben and Jerry, at the Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory, visit the Cold Hollow Cider Mill, or tempt your taste buds with Laughing Moon Chocolates.
Denver, Colorado
See Mile High Stadium, up close and personal, visit the Children's Museum of Denver, or just enjoy the beauty and shopping of the downtown area.
Sun Valley, Idaho
Do some fly fishing with Silver Creek Outfitters, hike or bike at Sun Valley White Clouds, or go indoors and take up some bowling at Sun Valley Lodge.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Visit the largest mall in America ... the Mall of America! With more than 500 stores, an indoor theme park, aquarium, and a miniature golf course, it will be a sure hit for the whole family!
Check out some other fun destinations and more about the destinations above here!
All About Sledding!
- Properly dressed?- Is the sled cracked or damaged?
- Feet first!
- Wear Layers
- Buddy system!
- Purchase the best sled.
CLICK HERE for all of the details about snow sledding!
