Sharon Pennock
Sun, 01 Aug 2021 13:16:00 +0000
9th grade, 10th grade, 11th grade, 12th grade

Students will learn about one of the most influential blues guitarists of
the early 1900s, Blind Willie Johnson. They will read an article detailing
his life and how he is remembered. The class will then listen to an example
of his music, and covers of his music. Students will also discuss how blind
musicians can help advance the discussion concerning the stigma of
disability.

Image description: halftone photograph of Blind Willie Johnson

Blind Willie Johnson Lesson PDF

Lesson summary:

Students will learn about one of the most influential blues guitarists of the early 1900s, Blind Willie Johnson. They will read an article detailing his life and how he is remembered. The class will then listen to an example of his music, and covers of his music. Students will also discuss how blind musicians can help advance the discussion concerning the stigma of disability.

Subject and topic:

history, reading, ELA, black history

Grade level:

9th-12th

Duration:

50 minutes