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"250 YEARS OF AMERICAN MUSIC"

An Interactive American Music & History Assembly for TK–6 Elementary Schools

What Is the 250 Years of American Music Assembly?

 

Bring American history to life through the power of music! 250 Years of American Music is an engaging, interactive school assembly that takes TK–6 students on an unforgettable musical journey through America’s rich cultural heritage.
 

Created and performed by acclaimed Razzle Bam Boom duo, this high-energy assembly combines live music, storytelling, authentic instruments, comedy, audience participation, and fascinating historical facts to show students how music has helped shape the American experience.
 

Through live performances, storytelling, humor, authentic musical instruments, and audience participation, Mark Beckwith and Obediah Thomas help students experience the sounds and stories behind many of America’s most influential musical traditions. Along the way, they’ll discover how African American, Mexican American, Hawaiian, Folk, Blues, Jazz, Country, Zydeco, and Rock ‘n’ Roll music have helped shape America’s rich musical heritage and continue to influence the music we hear today.

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STUDENTS WILL LEARN:

  • How different cultures influenced America’s musical heritage
     

  • The origins of blues, jazz, country, bluegrass, folk, rock ‘n’ roll, Hawaiian, zydeco, patriotic music, and more
     

  • How music reflects important events in American history
     

  • The role music has played in bringing people together
     

  • The importance of creativity, expression, and appreciation of diverse traditions

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WHY SCHOOLS LOVE THIS ASSEMBLY:

  • Highly interactive with constant student participation
     

  • Supports History, Music, Social Studies, and Performing Arts standards
     

  • Educational, entertaining, and just plain fun
     

  • Designed specifically for TK–6 elementary students
     

  • Encourages appreciation for America’s cultural diversity
     

  • A perfect combination of music, storytelling, humor, and audience participation

PERFECT FOR...

  • Elementary School Assemblies
     

  • Music Appreciation Programs
     

  • History and Social Studies Enrichment
     

  • Cultural Diversity Programs
     

  • Veterans Day Programs
     

  • Multicultural Celebrations
     

  • Arts Education Programs
     

  • California Proposition 28 Arts Education Programs
     

  • Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P)

Watch a video clip of "250 Years of American Music"

"This is the first time seeing your performance and I can't believe we haven't heard of you before. Please continue to bring this to schools!"

Amy Minner, 1st grade teacher,
John Muir Elem., Glendale

"Such Fun! Great Music! Kids and teachers had a blast!"

Ms. Ortiz, 5th grade teacher,
Henderson Elem., Barstow

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