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OVERCOMING THE ODDS  
Grades 5-8    
Students will listen to examples of instrumental and vocal music recorded by Louis Armstrong. Students will read about his life and write about the obstacles he had to overcome to become an American musical legend. Students will also trace the travels of Armstrong as he toured and played his music for the American public.