Bennett, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues singer and guitarist B.B. King (1925-2015) while tracing his influence to rapper Lil Uzi Vert. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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How does Miles Davis (1926-1991) embody the American dream? Milana, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of the influential jazz trumpeter and band leader. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Ellison, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of the iconic American jazz 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.
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Bianca, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of singer, pianist, and songwriter Nina Simone (1933-2003). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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What does Jelly Roll Morton (1890-1941) have in common with modern day hip-hop artists? Join Christian, Class of 2022, as he explores the life, music, and legacy of this jazz composer and pianist. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Andrew, Class of 2022, takes us to the roots of country music with an exploration of the life, music, and legacy of country singer Jimmie Rodgers (1897-1933). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Jack, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of country singer Patsy Cline (1932-1963) in conversation with special guest Willie, Class of 2021. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Wil, Class of 2022, kicks of Season 3 with a tribute to singer-songwriter Johnny Cash (1932-2003) and his influence on musician Trent Reznor. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Gabe, Class of 2021, explores Blue Train, the iconic album by jazz saxophonist and composer John Coltrane (1926-1967). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Willie, Class of 2021, explores Kind of Blue, another iconic album by the jazz trumpeter and bandleader Miles Davis (1926-1991). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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