Unit 03. Music. Lesson 6. Writing

Welcome to the lesson
Group 4
Do you know his name ?
He is Elton John
Ok! Now I will tell you about his life
and some information of his work
Listening carefully and give the group 4
Some comment that make out presentation
Is the most complete.
Sir Elton Hercules John
(Reginald Kenneth Dwight, 25 March 1947)
is an English singer, pianist, and composer
Raised in the Pinner area of London,
John learned to play piano at an early age
and by 1962 had formed Bluesology
He collaborated with
musician Bernie Taupin
on more than 30 studio albums,
from 1967 to the present
Mr Bernie Taupin
In 1967, After John and Taupin had both answered an advert for songwriters. For two years they wrote songs for other artists, Including:
“Lulu”-atirst
“The Hollies”
In 1969, his debut album, Empty Sky, was released.
In 1970 a single, "Your Song", from his second album, Elton John
reached the top ten in the UK and the US, his first hit single. After
decades of commercial chart success, John has also achieved success in musical theatre, both in the West End and on Broadway,
composing the music for The Lion King (film and musical), Aida and Billy Elliot the Musical.
He has received many Awards
Grammy Awards
Academy Award
TonyAward
Golden Globe Award
“It can be said that John is an artist
who stands on top of talent and artistry
Now, Let’s listen to one of John’s song.