Category Archives: Class Projects

Listening to America, Season 11: Howlin’ Wolf



William, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues singer and guitartist Howlin’ Wolf (1910-1976). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 11: Dave Brubeck



William, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz composer and pianist Dave Brubeck (1920-1912). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 11: Billie Holiday



Vivi, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz and swing music singer Billie Holiday (1915-1959). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 11: Muddy Waters



Nico, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues singer and musician Muddy Waters (1913-1983). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 11: Nina Simone



Natalia, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of singer, songwriter, and pianist Nina Simone (1933-2003). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 11: Mississippi John Hurt



Mary Lucy, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of country blues singer and guitarist Mississippi John Hurt (1892-1966). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 11: Ray Charles



Juliette, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of singer, songwriter, and pianist Ray Charles (1930-2004). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 11: Bobby “Blue” Bland



Jacob, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues singer Bobby “Blue” Bland (1930-2013). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 11: Buddy Guy



Henry, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues guitarist and singer Buddy Guy (1936-). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.