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Woody Guthrie Woody Guthrie’s music was made to convince regular people that a change and a better world were possible.
Alicia Keys
Taylor Swift -"Wildest Dreams"
Aretha Franklin Aretha Franklin
Stevie Wonder Singing His Heart Out (http://coverlaydown.com/2010/10/covered-in-folk-stevie-wonder-livingston-tayl Stevie Wonder is an award-winning musician and record producer, who benefit concerts support children with disabilities.
Ella Fitzgerald Wikipedia Ella Fitzgerald was a beloved songstress who used her success to help people of all races, cultures and beliefs.
Bessie Smith <a href=http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/99/Bessiesmith.jpg>Bessie Smith</a> Bessie Smith, 'Empress of the Blues,' left a rich legacy in jazz, blues and rock and roll with her unexcelled artistry and emotion.
Lady Gaga Lady Gaga is a multi-talented performer and activist for gay rights.
Queen Latifah
Sir Elton John Sir Elton John is a successful musician who is also a champion of LGBT and AIDS issues.
Reba McEntire
Johann Sebastian Bach
John Williams Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy.- Ludwig van Beethoven
Bob Marley
Dexter Gordon Dexter Gordon was a musician nominated for an Oscar.
George Harrison " Life goes on with you or without you"
Robyn Rihanna Fenty
Harry Styles Harry Styles is a singer, songwriter, actor and kindness advocate first known for being in the boy band "One Direction."
Herb Alpert Herb Alpert is a musician and artist who inspires young people to reach their potential.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Dave Grohl Dave Grohl is the leader of the band Foo Fighters.
Mary Jane Blige My hero happens to be the queen of hip-hop and R&B. She is the three-time Grammy award-winning American R&B, soul, and hip-hop singer, songwriter, producer and actress Mary Jane Blige.
Elvis Presley Elvis Presley
David Bowie David Bowie was a eccentric but brilliant musician who explored the meaning of what it meant to be LGBT.
Ludwig van Beethoven
Maria Callas Maria Callas was a beloved and renowned soprano singer from Greece who was known as "La Diva of La Scala".
Jessica Baron courtesy Jessica Baron Jessica Baron, the dynamic founder of Guitars in the Classroom offers a vision of the future of education that is so compelling, it makes everyone sit up and take notice.
Jimi Hendrix (StarPulse.com) ". . .Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens." - Jimi Hendrix
Scott Joplin Scott Joplin composed operatic and ragtime music and influenced early jazz.
Aaron Copland Aaron Copland found a style of classical music that sounded distinctly American.
The Jerusalem Youth Chorus: Singing for Peace The Jerusalem Youth Chorus: Singing for Peace Read this story about The Jerusalem Youth Chorus, a group of Israeli and Palestinian youth using music to promote peace, justice, inclusion, and equality.
Wynton Marsalis Wynton Marsalis (Jazz at Lincoln Center/Keith Major) Wynton Marsalis is dedicated to passing on the benefits of music education to young people.
Dizzy Gillespie Dizzy Gillespie was an American jazz musician, trumpeter, bandleader, composer, educator and singer.
Yo-Yo Ma
Bruce Springsteen Bruce Springsteen is an American singer-songwriter known to "tap the full power of music to tell the real American story".
John Coltrane John Coltrane was an American jazz saxophonist and composer.
Ray Charles Ray Charles used jazz to create a new genre of music.
Antonin Dvorak Antonin Dvorak was a Czech composer who influenced other artists.
Freddie Mercury Freddie Mercury, known as "The King of Rock" was the memorable lead singer of the band Queen.
Pato Banton Read this story about reggae musician, Pato Banton, and his work to inspire peace and unity in the community.
Louis Armstrong Louis Armstrong was a jazz pioneer who was never afraid to take a chance and is considered one of the greatest jazz musicians of all time.
Whitney Houston Whitney Houston
Taylor swift
Meet Paul McClure – The Rutland Troubadour and a Film Festival Finalist Meet Paul McClure – The Rutland Troubadour is a Film Festival Relationships First Finalist
Joni Mitchell - 2022 MusicCares Person of the Year Joni Mitchell was recently announced as the 2022 MusiCares Person of the Year.
Vicente Fernandez Vicente Fernandez
Charlie Parker Charlie Parker known as "Bird" was a great American musician.
Ariana Grande-Butera
Manizha/UN Goodwill Ambassador for Refugees/SDG 10 Manizha/UN Goodwill Ambassador for Refugees/SDG 10
Pete Seeger Painting by <a href=&quot;http://myhero.com/go/organizer/view.asp?pageid=615&quot;>Robert Shetterly< Pete Seeger is a beloved American song writer and performer, known for sharing message of peace and justice.
Julian Lennon Releases John Lennon's "Imagine" for Ukraine Benefit Julian Lennon Releases John Lennon's "Imagine" for Ukraine benefit
John Towner Williams John Williams breathes life into every one who hears his music.
Curtis Mayfield Curtis Mayfield was an influential singer and songwriter, best known for his time with "The Impressions". He was one of the few artists to ever be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame twice.
Benjamin (Benny) David Goodman Benjamin (Benny) David Goodman was an American bandleader and clarinetist who launched the careers of many major names in jazz while breaking racial barriers.
Camille Zamora & Monica Yunus Camille Zamora & Monica Yunus are best friends who founded Sing for Hope.
Aaron Copland Copland composing at his piano (Absolute Astronomy http://www.absoluteastronomy.com) Aaron Copland is one of the most respected American classical composers of the twentieth century.
Kenji Williams - Founder & Director of Bella Gaia - in Conversation with The MY HERO Project Kenji Williams creates music and films that celebrate the earth from the perspective of space.
Vy Higginsen (http://www.vyhigginsen.com/bio.html) Vy Higginsen brings gospel music to at risk teens.
Jon Bon Jovi Jon Bon Jovi is an American musician whose philanthropy includes The Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, which has "provided support for over 500 units of affordable and supportive housing in 10 states for thousands of people including youth and veterans."
Bob Marley Bob Marley had a vision of One World, One Love.
Wladyslaw Szpilman Wladyslaw Szpilman as a young man. (This photo is from his memoir, Wladyslaw Szpilman was a survivor of the holocaust who went on to perform beautiful music.
Alexander Borodin Alexander Borodin was an accomplished chemist, composer and early advocate of women's rights.
John Lennon John Lennon was a British singer and songwriter for the Beatles, as well as a peace activist.
Yo-Yo Ma Yo-Yo Ma strives to bring together different cultures through music.
Tim McIlrath Tim McIlrath writes music and speaks out to stop the bullying of LGBT teens, and to let them know suicide isn't an option.
Johann Sebastian Bach Johann Sebastian Bach was a major influence on Western classical music.
Reba McEntire from Reba.com Reba McEntire is the 'Queen of Country' music and a generous humanitarian.
Nat King Cole: An Unlikely Hero Nat King Cole was a beloved American musician who was also the first African American to host his own television show.
Marian Anderson Marian Anderson was a world-renowned opera singer.
Gioacchino Rossini Gioacchino Rossini was an Italian composer whose music had an electrifying and elegant touch.
Imagine All the People: John Lennon John Lennon overcame many obstacles in his life and became a spokesman for world peace.
Lady Gaga Lady Gaga speaks out against bullying and for better understanding of LGBT people.
Alicia Keys Alicia Keyes focuses all her music, movements, and activism on helping people and giving them a voice.
Lionel Hampton Lionel Hampton, King of the Vibes, was a beloved and gifted musician who cared for the needy and spread the joy of jazz to all.
Wallace Hartley
Paul McCartney
Ludwig Van Beethoven <a href=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Beethoven_3.jpg>Ludwig Van Beethoven</a> Ludwig Van Beethoven was one of the greatest composers of classical music.
Pete Seeger: How can I keep from singing? Pete Seeger performing with a banjo Folk legend Pete Seeger talks about his life in music and social activism – and the power of making millions of small changes.
Stephen Wade uncovers 'The Beautiful Music All Around Us' Stephen Wade is a folk music detective, revealing the lost artists who helped create American folk music.
Young@Heart (http://www.foxsearchlight.com/youngatheart/) Young@Heart is a chorus of senior citizens that sings classic rock and pop songs.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Drawing of Mozart by Doris Stock (1789)<br> (http://www.mozartforum.com/images/<br>Mozart_drawing_by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart prolific and influential classical music composer.
Todor Proeski Todor Proeski Todor Proeski was a famous Macedonian singer-songwriter who held benefit concerts for UNICEF.
Shania Twain Shania Twain (http://www.1strowseats.com/artist/shania_twain) Shania Twain is a beloved country music singer who overcame the odds.
Riley B. King Riley B. King is recognized as one of the greatest Blues guitarists.
Raffi Raffi (Photo courtesy of Troubadour Music, Inc.) Raffi continues to inspire a generation of children and their parents with his music
Playing For Real Playing For Real Reggie McBride & Mark Johnson make Peace through Music with Playing for Change.
Paul Hewson (Bono) (http://u2_inspire.tripod.com) Paul Hewson (Bono) is a musician, family man and humanitarian.
Nick Jonas Nick Jonas inspires listeners to his music with his meaningful lyrics.
Michael Franti Michael Franti sends a message of peace and tolerance through his music.
Louis (Satchmo) Armstrong louis armstrong (http://media.photobucket.com/image/louis+armstrong/arnoldinator/louis.jpg?o=17) Louis (Satchmo) Armstrong is one of the most successful and influential jazz musicians in history.
Johnny Hiland Johnny Hiland overcame a visual impairment to become a renowned guitarist.
John Coltrane John Coltrane was a jazz saxophonist who helped develop free jazz.
Johan (Jean) Julius Christian Sibelius Johan (Jean) Julius Christian Sibelius was an innovative modern composer.
Jimmy Page Jimmy Page continues to be an inspiration to musicians worldwide.
Inul Daratista Inul Daratista is an Indonesian singer fighting to break cultural boundaries.
George Enescu George Enescu<br>(wikipedia.org) George Enescu was a famous Romanian violinist and composer.
Frank Sinatra <a href=http://www.artistwd.com/joyzine/music/sinatra/sinatra1.jpg>Frank Sinatra</a> Frank Sinatra was an iconic singer and film actor who established popular music's modern phrasing.
Favio Chavez Favio Chavez brings joy and hope to children through music.
Dr. Margaret Martin Dr. Margaret Martin founded the Harmony Project to encourage young people through music.
Donald Knaack Donald Knaack (www.junkmusic.org) Donald Knaack is a musician whose unique productions inspire people of all ages to explore, create and give back to others.
Derrick Tabb Derrick Tabb surrounded by the band. (CNN) Derrick Tabb founded Roots of Music to inspire and mentor young musicians in New Orleans.
Adan http://www.univision.com/<br>contentroot/vol/art/images/<br>ent/9999/ph/sc-adan-190x-362-o4104.jpg Adan was a beloved Mexican singer who often donated earnings to charity.
Arn Chorn-Pond Arn Chorn-Pond is a human rights activist who uses music to reach hearts and minds.
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