The 3rd graders at Far Hills Country Day School studied four musicians born in NJ as a part of their Adventure America project. In this ebook, they presented facts that they learned about them.

Four NJ Musicians

Jon Bongiovi "Jon Bon Jovi"

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What were some things you noticed about 80s bands? They played rock n' roll and heavy metal. They also had very long hair. What instruments did Jon play? He played the guitar and he sings. What else does he do in the band? He also composes or writes the music. Can you tell me one more fun fact? He once owned a football team (Philadelphia Soul, Arena Football League)

This 2016 song was one of our class favorites.

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Lauryn Hill First Woman to win a Grammy for Best Rap Album First Hip Hop Artist to win a Grammy for Best Album of the Year

Where was she born and when? Lauryn Hill was born on May 26, 1975, in <a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/East_Orange,_New_Jersey">Newark, New Jersey</a>.&nbsp; Was music important to the family? Yes. Even though her mom taught English and her dad was a Computer and Management Consultant, "there were so many records, so much music constantly being played. My mother played the piano, my father sang, and we were always surrounded by music."&nbsp; What music did Lauryn study? She sang, took violin lessons, studied dance, and founded the school's gospel choir. Did she experience challenges in her music career? Yes. In 1988, Hill appeared as an Amateur Night contestant on It's Showtime at the Apollo. She sang her version of the <a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/Smokey_Robinson">Smokey Robinson</a> track "Who's Lovin' You", garnering an initially harsh reaction from the crowd. She persevered through the performance. Was she ever in a music group? Yes. She formed the group Fugees, alongside Pras Michel and his cousin&nbsp;<a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/Wyclef_Jean">Wyclef Jean</a>.&nbsp;

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Did she ever win music awards? Yes! She was the first woman to win the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album. And with her solo album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, she set a record for the most nominations in one night for a woman, with ten; while winning five awards including <a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/Grammy_Award_for_Album_of_the_Year">Album of the Year</a>, becoming the first hip hop artist to win the award.

This song was named the best single of the year by&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rolling_Stone">Rolling Stone</a>.<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doo_Wop_(That_Thing)#cite_note-6">[6]</a>&nbsp;It went on to win&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grammy_Award_for_Best_Female_R%26B_Vocal_Performance">Best Female R&amp;B Vocal Performance</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grammy_Award_for_Best_R%26B_Song">Best R&amp;B Song</a>&nbsp;at the&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/41st_Annual_Grammy_Awards">41st Annual Grammy Awards</a>&nbsp;(1999). According to&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_Music">Apple Music</a>, which streams a censored version<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doo_Wop_(That_Thing)#cite_note-7">[7]</a>&nbsp;it is one of the most streamed songs of the 1990s.

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By Far Hills 3rd Grade Classes 3JC and 3KC

Who were Bon Jovi's musical influences? - Bruce Springsteen - Alice Cooper - Thin Lizzy - The Beatles - Mozart - Beethoven - Bach Where was he born and where did he graduate from high school? He was born in Perth Amboy, NJ, and graduated from Metuchen High School. What band is he the lead singer in? Bon Jovi. The band was founded in 1983. What were some of the names of their songs? Living on a Prayer, Roller Coaster, and This House is Not for Sale. What did Jon once say about his songs to American Idol contestant, Jordin Sparks? That some of his songs, especially Living on a Prayer, are hard to sing.

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What was the name of one of his albums? Bon Jovi

This 1986 song is one of Bon Jovi's biggest hits. The recording is a combination of two albums: 1986 Slippery When Wet and 2001 America: A Tribute to Heroes.

Frederica von Stade Mezza Soprano Far Hills Country Day School Alum

Who were Bruce Springsteen's musical influences? - The Beatles - Elvis - Eric Bourdon and the Animals - Bob Dylan - Woody Guthrie - James Brown What is his nickname? "The Boss" What did his high school teachers say about him? He was a loner who only wanted to play his guitar. When he was six, what did he used to do inspired by Elvis? He used to pose in front of a mirror, like Elvis, with a guitar that was too big for him to play. When did he purchase his first guitar? He purchased it at an Auto Store for $18. When his mom saw that he had a lot of talent, what did she do to help him? She took out a $60 loan to purchase him a Kent guitar.

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What was the name of one of his albums? Born in the U.S.A

"Born in the USA" - This 1984 hit single made Bruce and the E Street Band musical stars.

Where was Frederica von Stade born? In Somerville, NJ. Where did she attend school until 9th grade? She attended Far Hills Country Day School! Where did she attend college? She attended the Mannes School of Music. What style of music is she known for? She is known for singing operas and singing in many languages. What song did we watch her perform? The Moon Song from Rusalka by Dvorak. The story is similar to Disney's The Little Mermaid. Where can you find Frederica von Stade's picture in our school? She is featured in the school's Hall of Honor, currently located in the hallway at the front of the school.

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Click the link to listen to the ending of The Moon Song from Rasulka. This is the song Rasulka agrees to drink the potion so she can have legs and lose her voice in order to win the heart of a prince.

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What other accolades have Lauryn Hill received? To name three: In 2015, Billboard ranked her seventh on their "10 Best Rappers of All Time" list, with Hill being the only woman on the list. Hill has received the <a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/NAACP">NAACP</a>'s President's Award and has been inducted into the Black Music &amp; Entertainment Walk of Fame. Who were her musical influences? <a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/Curtis_Mayfield">Curtis Mayfield</a> <a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/Stevie_Wonder">Stevie Wonder</a> <a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/Aretha_Franklin">Aretha Franklin</a>,&nbsp; <a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/Gladys_Knight">Gladys Knight</a>;&nbsp; Years later she recalled playing <a href="https://kids.kiddle.co/Marvin_Gaye">Marvin Gaye</a>'s What's Going On&nbsp; repeatedly until she fell asleep to it

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Jon Bon Jovi Lead singer of Bon Jovi Born Jon Bongiovi

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What were some of the names of his songs? Born in the USA Born to Run What is the name of the band that plays on those albums? The E Street Band. Does he play an instrument? Yes. He sings and plays the guitar. Where was he born? Long Branch, NJ, and grew up in Freehold, NJ

"Born to Run" excerpt - This 1975 single made it to #23 on Billboard Charts.

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