Alexion Heroes of American Music
Alexion Toolkit for Interdisciplinary Learning
American History and Heroes of American music combine in this arts-integration toolkit! Great for history class or the music room. The Toolkit provides Common Core-aligned resources that develop critical music listening skills and promote civic engagement.
Heroes of American Music
- Marian Anderson
- Charles Ives
- Aaron Copland
- Thelonious Monk
- Chris and Dave Brubeck
- George Gershwin
Components of the Toolkit:
- Classroom posters – one for each Hero of American Music
- CD containing music by the heroes
- Curated YouTube links to explore the Heroes’ lives and music
- Unit Guides on each Hero of American Music
- A visit from an NHSO musician at your school
Interested in the Alexion Toolkit for Interdisciplinary Learning?
Contact the Education Department: education@newhavensymphony.org
Sponsored by Alexion Pharmaceuticals
