In the Mix
Soundmix: Five Young Musicians (#804)
The stories of five extraordinary teenage musicians who are reinvigorating American musical traditions. These dedicated young artists offer fresh and inspiring takes on a range of American music. Styles explored include jazz horn, old time fiddle, Native American flute, classical cello, rock bass, and Latin percussion. Mentors Wynton Marsalis and the late old time fiddle legend Melvin Wine are also featured.
[28 minutes]
This episode has not aired in the past few months on Iowa Public Television.
Information For Teachers
- Grade Levels
- 6-8, 9-12
- Curricular Areas
- Guidance/Careers
- Social Studies
- Series Length
- 54 episodes
- Average Episode Length
- 28 minutes
- Record Rights
- one year from each broadcast. No duplication allowed.
- Visit the Website for Teacher Resources
- http://www.pbs.org/wnet/mix/
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Series Description: IN THE MIX is the series that "manages to be both hip and responsible." The series' single-theme episodes offer solution-oriented examinations of critical issues and profiles of model programs that provide teens with information needed to make thoughtful decisions. Also highlighted are the accomplishments of young people of diverse backgrounds, providing much needed positive role models.
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