World War II
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Words originally written in 1915 and recorded both in English and German during the 40s and 50s by Marlene Dietrich. Previously the song had been banned by the Nazis and Allied soldiers in Italy later rewrote the words to become the song D-Day Dodgers.
Official classification: 1900-1949, 1950s, Europe, Audio, World War II, Curriculum support
Perhaps one of the most famous songs from the second world war era, words resonating for soldiers leaving their families and loved ones to fight. Written in 1939 by Ross Parker and Hughie Charles, recorded by Vera Lynn in 1954.
Official classification: 1900-1949, 1950s, Audio, United Kingdom, World War II, Curriculum support
1942 World War II song written to uplift the spirits of the Allies at a time when Nazi Germany had conquered much of Europe's area and was bombing Britain. Good example to use for KS2 songwriter unit and/or a WW2 theme.
Official classification: 1900-1949, Music for Specific Purposes, Video, Key Stage 2, Female, World War II, England, Unit 19 Songwriter, Curriculum support
Video and audio - optimistic World War II song from 1939 sung as soldiers departed for war. Good example to use for KS2 songwriter unit and/or a WW2 theme.
Official classification: 1900-1949, Music for Specific Purposes, Video, Key Stage 2, Female, World War II, England, Unit 19 Songwriter, Curriculum support
Singer and actress Petula Clark talks about the Variety Theatre and Music Hall genre, then sings a Medley of popular songs.
QCA Schemes focussed on Songs and Songwriting at KS2&3 suggest using Music Hall as examples for lyrical content. Perhaps it is also worth focussing on some of the musical elements that typify this theatre music, such as the big band sound, use of changing tempos (particularly for emphasis) and occasional key changes. The performance element and humour of this music is important, particularly in its cultural context as popular entertainment spanning both world wars.
Official classification: 1900-1949, Theatre, Video, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, World War I, World War II, Victorian Times, England, Unit 19 Songwriter, Curriculum support, Unit 15. Song
A medley of cockney songs from the very popular Television series "Ortons Music Hall" broadcast Internationally in the late 70's.
QCA Schemes focussed on Songs and Songwriting at KS2&3 suggest using Music Hall as examples for lyrical content. Perhaps it is also worth focussing on some of the musical elements that typify this theatre music, such as the big band sound, use of changing tempos (particularly for emphasis) and occasional key changes. The performance element and humour of this music is important, particularly in its cultural context as popular entertainment spanning both world wars.
Official classification: 1900-1949, 1970s, Theatre, Video, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, World War I, World War II, Victorian Times, England, Unit 19 Songwriter, Curriculum support, Unit 15. Song
Written for Noel Gay's show 'The Little Dog Laughed' which opened on 11 October 1939, this was a popular song during World War II, especially after Flanagan and Allen changed the lyrics to poke fun at the Germans (eg. Run Adolf, Run Adolf, Run, Run, Run........)
Official classification: 1900-1949, Audio, Pop, World War II, Curriculum support
One of the most famous songs of the duo Flanagan and Allen. Bud Flanagan said that he wrote the song in Derby in 1927, it refers to the arches of Friar Gate railway bridge and to the homeless men who slept there during the Great Depression.
Excellent example of popular music from the WW2 era.
Official classification: 1900-1949, Audio, Pop, World War II, Curriculum support
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