Either way, I think during my presentation I am going to use a power point, and while I want to provide the class with information about the workforce and their unionism and fight for equal work and housing rights, I think it will be more interesting for the class to see representations of the changes in Detroit's community as the influence of black workers, and southern workers changed the citizenry and the face of the community.
So, fingers crossed that I can put together a presentation that is interesting, because I don't want you guys to fall asleep and be counting down the seconds until it is over. Luckily, Detroit has a history that is full of art, and music. And there were are a lot of pictorial histories of Detroit from what I have seen, so again, here's hoping I can put together an engaging presentation!
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i am definitely with you in terms of making my presentation interesting, i am hoping everyone is trying too haha. but from what you have said i think you are on the right track in terms of your presentation ideas!
ReplyDeleteI think that looking into the jazz music would be a great idea. I'm sure you should be able to find plenty of jazz that possibly coincides. If your get the chance, you should take a trip to Detroit and visit some of the Jazz clubs in the city, there are a couple in the Eastern Market area. I was born and raised in Detroit and played and sang jazz throughout high school so if you need some help let me know, I'll do my best :) Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI would take a look at lyrics and who popular singers were at the time. There was a reason people supported jazz, and an identifying or unifying factor. It might also be helpful to look at where jazz was being performed. Were workers going to listen after work? Was it an entertaining thing? Relaxation? A voice for the people? These might help you find the link.
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