Category Archives: Listening to America

Listening to America, Season 2: Rap Chat Podcast



“In order to make something special, risks need to be taken.” Sammy, Class of 2021, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz composer, band leader, and pianist Duke Ellington (1899-1974). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 2: Thelonious Monk



Ethan, Class of 2021, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk (1917-1982). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 2: Getting Jazzy with Jane



Jane, Class of 2021, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz trumpeter and icon Miles Davis (1926-1991). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 2: Music Legends 101



Christian, Class of 2021, explores the life, music, and legacy of country music pioneer, singer-songwriter Ernest Tubb (1914-1984). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 2: Back in the Day Jams Podcast



Dylan, Class of 2021, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz bassist and composer Charles Mingus (1922-1979). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 2: The All American Music Podcast



Cameron, Class of 2021, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues guitarist and singer-songwriter Otis Rush (1934-2018). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 2: Eddie’s Crazy Podcast



Edward, Class of 2021, kicks off season two with an exploration of Bitches Brew, the iconic album by jazz trumpeter and composer Miles Davis (1926-1991). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 1: Melitadies



Melita, Class of 2020, explores the life, music, and legacy of pianist and new jazz pioneer Cecil Taylor (1929-2018). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 1: The Former Future of Jazz



Michael, Class of 2020, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz musician and composer Ornette Coleman (1930-2015). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.