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Composers and singers whose meaningful lyrics, music, and concerts have benefited others.

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.
Aaron Copland Picture of Aaron Copland Aaron Copland found a style of classical music that sounded distinctly American.
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.
Alexander Borodin Picture of Alexander Borodin Alexander Borodin was an accomplished chemist, composer and early advocate of women's rights.
Alicia Keys Picture of Alicia Keys Alicia Keyes focuses all her music, movements, and activism on helping people and giving them a voice.
Antonin Dvorak Picture of Antonin Dvorak Antonin Dvorak was a Czech composer who influenced other artists.
Ariana Grande-Butera Picture of Ariana Grande-Butera
Arn Chorn-Pond Picture of Arn Chorn-Pond Arn Chorn-Pond is a human rights activist who uses music to reach hearts and minds.
Benjamin (Benny) David Goodman Picture of 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.
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.
Bob Marley Picture of Bob Marley Bob Marley had a vision of One World, One Love.
Camille Zamora & Monica Yunus Picture of Camille Zamora & Monica Yunus Camille Zamora & Monica Yunus are best friends who founded Sing for Hope.
Charlie Parker Picture of Charlie Parker Charlie Parker known as "Bird" was a great American musician.
Curtis Mayfield Picture of 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.
Derrick Tabb Derrick Tabb surrounded by the band. (CNN) Derrick Tabb founded Roots of Music to inspire and mentor young musicians in New Orleans.
Dexter Gordon Picture of Dexter Gordon Dexter Gordon was a musician nominated for an Oscar.
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.
Dr. Margaret Martin Picture of Dr. Margaret Martin Dr. Margaret Martin founded the Harmony Project to encourage young people through music.
Ella Fitzgerald Wikipedia Ella Fitzgerald was a beloved songstress who used her success to help people of all races, cultures and beliefs.
Favio Chavez Picture of Favio Chavez Favio Chavez brings joy and hope to children through music.
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.
Freddie Mercury Picture of Freddie Mercury Freddie Mercury, known as "The King of Rock" was the memorable lead singer of the band Queen.
George Enescu George Enescu<br>(wikipedia.org) George Enescu was a famous Romanian violinist and composer.
Gioacchino Rossini Picture of Gioacchino Rossini Gioacchino Rossini was an Italian composer whose music had an electrifying and elegant touch.
Herb Alpert Picture of Herb Alpert Herb Alpert is a musician and artist who inspires young people to reach their potential.
Imagine All the People: John Lennon Picture of Imagine All the People: John Lennon John Lennon overcame many obstacles in his life and became a spokesman for world peace.
Inul Daratista Picture of Inul Daratista Inul Daratista is an Indonesian singer fighting to break cultural boundaries.
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.
Jimmy Page Picture of Jimmy Page Jimmy Page continues to be an inspiration to musicians worldwide.
Johan (Jean) Julius Christian Sibelius Picture of Johan (Jean) Julius Christian Sibelius Johan (Jean) Julius Christian Sibelius was an innovative modern composer.
Johann Sebastian Bach Picture of Johann Sebastian Bach Johann Sebastian Bach was a major influence on Western classical music.
John Coltrane Picture of John Coltrane John Coltrane was a jazz saxophonist who helped develop free jazz.
John Lennon Picture of John Lennon John Lennon was a British singer and songwriter for the Beatles, as well as a peace activist.
John Towner Williams Picture of John Towner Williams John Williams breathes life into every one who hears his music.
Johnny Hiland Picture of Johnny Hiland Johnny Hiland overcame a visual impairment to become a renowned guitarist.
Jon Bon Jovi Picture of 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."
Joni Mitchell - 2022 MusicCares Person of the Year Picture of Joni Mitchell - 2022 MusicCares Person of the Year Joni Mitchell was recently announced as the 2022 MusiCares Person of the Year.
Julian Lennon Releases John Lennon's "Imagine" for Ukraine Benefit Picture of Julian Lennon Releases John Lennon's "Imagine" for Ukraine Benefit Julian Lennon Releases John Lennon's "Imagine" for Ukraine benefit
Kenji Williams - Founder & Director of Bella Gaia - in Conversation with The MY HERO Project Picture of 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.
Lady Gaga Picture of Lady Gaga Lady Gaga speaks out against bullying and for better understanding of LGBT people.
Lady Gaga Picture of Lady Gaga Lady Gaga is a multi-talented performer and activist for gay rights.
Lionel Hampton Picture of 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.
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.
Louis Armstrong Picture of 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.
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.
Manizha/UN Goodwill Ambassador for Refugees/SDG 10 Picture of Manizha/UN Goodwill Ambassador for Refugees/SDG 10
Maria Callas Picture of Maria Callas Maria Callas was a beloved and renowned soprano singer from Greece who was known as "La Diva of La Scala".
Marian Anderson Picture of Marian Anderson Marian Anderson was a world-renowned opera singer.
Meet Paul McClure – The Rutland Troubadour and a Film Festival Finalist Picture of Meet Paul McClure – The Rutland Troubadour and a Film Festival Finalist Meet Paul McClure – The Rutland Troubadour is a Film Festival Relationships First Finalist
Michael Franti Picture of Michael Franti Michael Franti sends a message of peace and tolerance through his music.
Nat King Cole: An Unlikely Hero Picture of 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.
Nick Jonas Picture of Nick Jonas Nick Jonas inspires listeners to his music with his meaningful lyrics.
Paul Hewson (Bono) (http://u2_inspire.tripod.com) Paul Hewson (Bono) is a musician, family man and humanitarian.
Paul McCartney Picture of Paul McCartney
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.
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.
Playing For Real Picture of Playing For Real Playing For Real Reggie McBride & Mark Johnson make Peace through Music with Playing for Change.
Raffi Raffi (Photo courtesy of Troubadour Music, Inc.) Raffi continues to inspire a generation of children and their parents with his music
Reba McEntire from Reba.com Reba McEntire is the 'Queen of Country' music and a generous humanitarian.
Riley B. King Picture of Riley B. King Riley B. King is recognized as one of the greatest Blues guitarists.
Robyn Rihanna Fenty Picture of Robyn Rihanna Fenty
Scott Joplin Picture of Scott Joplin Scott Joplin composed operatic and ragtime music and influenced early jazz.
Shania Twain Shania Twain (http://www.1strowseats.com/artist/shania_twain) Shania Twain is a beloved country music singer who overcame the odds.
Sir Elton John Picture of Sir Elton John Sir Elton John is a successful musician who is also a champion of LGBT and AIDS issues.
Stephen Wade uncovers 'The Beautiful Music All Around Us' Picture of 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.
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.
Tim McIlrath Picture of 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.
Todor Proeski Todor Proeski Todor Proeski was a famous Macedonian singer-songwriter who held benefit concerts for UNICEF.
Vicente Fernandez Picture of Vicente Fernandez
Vy Higginsen (http://www.vyhigginsen.com/bio.html) Vy Higginsen brings gospel music to at risk teens.
Wallace Hartley Picture of Wallace Hartley
Whitney Houston Picture of Whitney Houston
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.
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.
Woody Guthrie Picture of Woody Guthrie Woody Guthrie’s music was made to convince regular people that a change and a better world were possible.
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.
Young@Heart (http://www.foxsearchlight.com/youngatheart/) Young@Heart is a chorus of senior citizens that sings classic rock and pop songs.
Yo-Yo Ma Picture of Yo-Yo Ma Yo-Yo Ma strives to bring together different cultures through music.
 
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