Elton john biography ppt

  • Elton John was born Reginald Dwight in 1947 in England and began playing piano at age 4.
  • Elton John had significant influence on American musicians and fans despite being British.
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  • 2. Elton Johns Influence in AmericaThis presentation is about the inspiration Elton John had on U.S. Musicians as well as American fans, because Elton John is not a U.S. citizen and was born in England. The songs and movies presented all have an American connection. Most of the songs, movies, and artists in this presentation are very famous in the U.S. so you may recognize a few to all of them. Also, what is underlined is a link to youtube videos and biographys. Please don’t be afraid to click on the underlined text. Thank you

  • 3. Our Tiny BiographyIn order to understand Elton John’s music I think we need to understand a little bit more about Elton John as a person. Elton John is one of the most diverse and talented artists of our time. He was born on March 25, 1947 and he started to play piano at age 4. His first band was called Bluesology.In 1976 Elton John announced that he was bisexual. Later in 1988 Elton John announced he was actually homosexual. That didn’t stop fans from rooting for him in the united states. However, as a gay man, I am sure he faced discrimination. Click here for his biography.

  • 4. Struggles of a gay man in the music industry.In the 1970’s and the 1980’s Elton john suffered from drug addiction and bulimia. Sho
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    Elton John

  • Elton John Biography, history, and music

  • Younger Years • Born on March 25, 1947 in England • Taught self to play piano at age of 4 • Won a scholarship to attend a music academy in London • Not a very good relationship with parents • Dropped out of school at age 17

  • Early Music Career • Joined the band “Bluesology” to start career • Gained popularity at the start of the 70’s • Early hits include “Your Song”, “Crocodile Rock”, “Bennie and the Jets”, and “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.”

  • Gay Announcement • Originally married to Renate Blauel for 4 years • Announcement of being gay in 1976 to public • Started large controversy • Currently married to David Furnish

  • Substance and Alcohol Abuse • Addicted to drugs and alcohol early in career • Went into rehabilitation in 1990 • After rehab, came out completely sober and no longer addicted • Became his “second chance”

  • The Lion King • Teamed up with Tim Rice in 1991 to write soundtrack to movie • Movie became highest grossing Disney movie of all time • Three songs from movie nominated into Oscar Awards • Currently highest grossing Broadway show

  • Achievements and Awards • Lion King’s “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” won Oscar • Opened up “Elton John AIDS Foundation” • “Crocodile Rock” first US number

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