read and write about civil right and jazz ( two short essay)
Read this article about jazz and civil rights. Research the topic further using your Information Literacy skills.
http://www.newyorker.com/arts/critics/atlarge/2010… (Links to an external site.)
Go to YouTube (Links to an external site.) and watch a few videos of Louis Armstrong. Then, read the following articles:
http://www.newyorker.com/books/page-turner/what-lo…
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?story…
***Some links you need to copy and paste into a new web browser!
Essay one:
In your opinion, did jazz hasten or hinder the civil rights movement? Do you think that Louis Armstrong helped to advance civil rights or was he an example of the “Uncle Tom” scenario that is mentioned in the article you read. Remember that these were very different times in America, and your research into these topics needs to take in account the society of the day. Think of topics such as band segregation, audience segregation, pay, and fame. Cite any articles you quote. Please be respectful!
Essay two:
“Strange Fruit” is a song by Abel Meeropol, famously performed by singer Billie Holiday. The topic of the song is the lynching of black Americans.
Listen to Billie Holiday sing “Strange Fruit.” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4ZyuULy9zs
Make an original post stating how the song affects you? Do you think music can make any real difference in how people treat each other? Why or why not?
Needs help with similar assignment?
We are available 24x7 to deliver the best services and assignment ready within 3-12 hours? PAY FOR YOUR FIRST ORDER AFTER COMPLETION..
Get Answer Over WhatsApp
Order Paper Now
