Tag: Rock & Roll Forever Foundation

What is the “Surf Sound” and how did it develop? In this lesson you will: Discover the historical significance of surfing and the growth of Surf Culture; Learn about the contributions of such artists as The Beach Boys, Dick Dale, and the Surfaris to the “surf sound”; Listen to songs that represent the musical roots [...]

How does a loudspeaker work, and what was the Grateful Dead’s influence on this technology? In this lesson you will: Find out what a PA system is and identify its three basic components; Learn the science behind loudspeakers; Discover the Grateful Dead’s historic role in pioneering live sound technology for concerts. DOWNLOAD LESSON PLAN Age [...]

Who is Mavis Staples? In this lesson you will: Discover Mavis Staples’ Mississippi roots; Explore Mavis Staples’ activism for social justice; Learn about the Great Migration of African Americans from the rural South to cities in the North and West of the United States. DOWNLOAD LESSON PLAN Age Group: Grades 9 - 12

How has the image and history of the American cowboy been reclaimed in the 21st Century? In this lesson you will: Trace the evolution of the cowboy from a working-class ranch hand to a symbol of American masculinity; Examine the roles of President Theodore Roosevelt and “Buffalo Bill” Cody in developing the romantic image of [...]