Lift Every Voice and Sing! These words, penned then orchestrated by the Johnson brothers James Weldon and John Rosamand in the 1900s, have become an anthem of passion and resilience for many people. To celebrate the history of African American culture, along with the future of culturally responsive teaching, Alicia Engram, Franklin Willis and Otto Gross have combined the prominent and popular hymn with a touch of modern day production in this new arrangement.
Lift Every Voice and Sing
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Description
This arrangement of Lift Every Voice and Sing is our tribute to the rich cultural legacy of this anthem. We begin the song with a chant: “Lift every voice. Everyone has a choice. I will lift up my voice and LET IT RING”. This chant serves as a reminder to each of us that our voices matter. And, we will continue to speak up in our classrooms, schools, and communities. Every student has a voice that should be cultivated, supported, and appreciated.
Utilize this resource to diversify your curriculum. We have included various teaching tools through movement, instrument playing, singing, and critical thinking to get your students engaged in the cultural importance of Lift Every Voice and Sing. Invite your students to think beyond the music on the page. Welcome the spirit of the Johnson brothers, whose creative genius is still alive today.
This final product is a collaboration between three musicians and educators: Alicia Engram, Otto Gross, and Franklin Willis. All three of us share the same passion for student engagement, learning, and brilliance. Every music teacher has their own creative approach to teaching. However, we crafted this document to give music teachers ideas on how to incorporate this song into their curriculum. Use this song to build community, make music, and lift every voice.
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Additional information
| Product | Teaching Resources, MP3 Sample, Backing Track, & Lead Sheet, Choral Arrangement with practice tracks, LEVaS Bundle |
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Amber (verified owner) –
This resource explains the history of the song very clearly to my K-6 students! We also really enjoyed the suggested versions of the song in the teacher’s guide! Thank you!