Learn how Waukesha native, Les Paul, changed the world with his music and inventions. His curiosity, creativity, hard work and humor “put a dent in the universe.” This presentation will take you through the life of Les Paul from his humble beginnings in Waukesha through his fame and love for music until his death.
WI Content Standards
Intermediate (Grade 3-5):SS.BH1.a-b| SS.BH2.a.4-5 | SS.Hist2.a-c| SS.Hist3.c
Objectives
Students will recognize, analyze, and connect past events, people, and ideas to the present and contextualize historical events.
Video & Recorded Media
Les Paul: Wizard of Waukesha – Part 1. Run Time 15:38.
Les Paul: Wizard of Waukesha – Part 2. Run Time 12:40.
Les Paul – Experimenting with Sound. Run Time 13:06.
Activities & Downloads
Popsicle Stick Kazoo Directions
Primary & Secondary Resources
And Beyond, additional sources of information
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