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Monthly Archives: May 2014
Can Music Save Your Heart and Soul?
Today in Centers, you will be analyzing a song that both talks about change and encourages change. Can music change people? Can music change history? Music is a powerful force in our world, and many people use it to communicate issues from their life/world.
The 1960’s were full of social, political, and cultural change. During this time, Bob Dylan wrote the song “The Times, They Are A-Changin’.” Listen to the song here:
BOB DYLAN “TIMES THEY ARE A CHANGIN'”
Take a look at the historical events of the time here:
After you are finished, feel free to read lyrics to/listen to other songs that have been influential in American history. SOME SONGS MAY HAVE EXPLICIT CONTENT:
“WE WON’T BE FOOLED AGAIN” — LYRICS
“JIMMY HENDRIX’S STAR SPANGLED BANNER”Â
“GANGSTER’S PARADISE” — LYRICS
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