1. Choose one of the following pioneers of Rock and Roll:
2. Compile information about your Rock and Roll Pioneer, including but not limited to:
3. Find and watch at least 2 performances featuring your Rock and Roll Pioneer, and listen/watch for:
4. Summarize your findings in 1-2 cohesive paragraphs and submit.
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- Jerry Lee Lewis
- Elvis Presley
- Chuck Berry
- Little Richard
- Bo Diddley
- Buddy Holly
2. Compile information about your Rock and Roll Pioneer, including but not limited to:
- Date and place of birth
- Upbringing and musical training
- Major accomplishments
- Major life events
- Contribution to the development of Rock and Roll
3. Find and watch at least 2 performances featuring your Rock and Roll Pioneer, and listen/watch for:
- Stylistic qualities
- Interesting quirks
- Overall sound and approach to performance
4. Summarize your findings in 1-2 cohesive paragraphs and submit.
Great information can be found here: http://teachrock.org/book/birth-of-rock/