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This powerful program introduces students to the music that shaped and connected three of America"s most important movements for change: Labor Rights, Civil Rights, and the Anti-Vietnam War Movement. ... Read more

This powerful program introduces students to the music that shaped and connected three of America"s most important movements for change: Labor Rights, Civil Rights, and the Anti-Vietnam War Movement. Through Alastair Moock"s narrative storytelling and musical talents, and an engaging visual presentation, students journey from the Great Depression through the Jim Crow South (and North), and learn how organized resistance led to change then that still informs movements for change today. Moock performs and teaches songs like "This Land is Your Land" (examining the song"s great virtues and also its problems), "The Union Maid," "If You Miss Me From the Back of the Bus" and "We Shall Overcome." Students will answer questions, sing, and walk away with a deeper understanding of our country and the ways in which our past affects our present.

I can identify three of America's most important movements for social change: the Labor Rights Movement, Civil Rights movement, and Antiwar Movement. I can demonstrate how these movements were intertw... Read more

I can identify three of America's most important movements for social change: the Labor Rights Movement, Civil Rights movement, and Antiwar Movement. I can demonstrate how these movements were intertwined and identify the crucial role that music had in effecting social change. I can illustrate the importance of civic engagement by a nation's citizens.

School Testimonials..."Possibly the best multimedia program (spoken word, pictures, singing, and truly fine guitar playing) that I have ever seen in an assembly in my 35 years of teaching." ... Read more

School Testimonials...

"Possibly the best multimedia program (spoken word, pictures, singing, and truly fine guitar playing) that I have ever seen in an assembly in my 35 years of teaching."
"“ Bill Rogers, Middle School History Teacher, Buckingham Browne & Nichols School (Cambridge, MA)

"Our seventh and eighth graders were captivated by Mr. Moock"s warm presence, cool singing style, and great guitar playing. Students and teachers were buzzing about his program for the rest of the day!"
"“ Laurie Katz, Theater Teacher, Weston Middle School (Weston, MA)

"The kids are still talking about Alastair"s amazing presentation. This was one of those experiences I know our students will take with them for the rest of their lives."
"“ Brian Gellerstein, Music Teacher, Tobin Elementary School (Cambridge, MA)

"Here"s the thing about Alastair: He is really genuine, and it comes across. He cares about this music and kids, and he conveys his passion for it in an accessible and enjoyable way."
"“ Shelley Sommers, Library Director, Inly School (Scituate, MA)