Understanding Music In relation to history and culture Stravinsky, Ellington, and Seeger NATIONAL STANDARD: 9

Musicians of courage Igor Stravinsky 1882-1971 Born in Russia

Musicians of courage Igor Stravinsky con’t Pianist and composer Worked with Diaghilev and Picasso

Musicians of Courage Igor Stravinsky con’t Lived in Russia, Switzerland, France, and the United States. The ballet “Rite of Spring” caused a riot. -Listening Segment-

Musicians of courage Duke Ellington 1899-1974 Born in Washington, D.C. Nickname Inspired by elegant clothing and manners. Pianist and Composer Often composed for specific players.

Musicians of courage Duke Ellington con’t Worked with Billy Strayhorn. Performed around the world. Successful despite discrimination.

Musicians of courage Pete Seeger Born 1919, in New York City. Parents and stepmother were musicians. Banjo player, singer, and composer. Worked for American Folk Song Archives.

Musicians of courage Pete Seeger’s con’t Worked with Woody Guthrie, the Almanac Singers, and the Weavers. Politically active. Testified before House Un-American Activities Committee, 1995. Listening Segment