Category Archives: Class Projects

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.


Listening to America, Season 1: The Aquamarine Podcast



Logan, Class of 2020, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz trumpeter 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: Keepin’ It Real with Nina Simone



Sydney, Class of 2020, 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.