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The GRAMMY Museum Unveils 'Backstreet Boys: The Experience'

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The a one-of-a-kind, "ultimate fan experience" opens to the public on Wednesday, April 10 and runs until Sept. 2, 2019
Rachel Brodsky
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Mar 6, 2019 - 9:24 am

The GRAMMY Museum has unveiled its latest exhibit: Backstreet Boys: The Experience.

Opening to the public on Wednesday, April 10 and running through Sept. 2, 2019, the "one-of-a-kind fan experience" celebrates the seminal boy band's three-decade career and features personal memorabilia, wardrobe, artwork and photography. It will also feature immersive photo and video interactive experiences that will allow their legion of fans to engage with the group’s music and history like never before, including a fan confessional booth that will allow fans to record a message directly to the group.

"From the beginning of our career, we have always made it a priority to interact with our fans," says band member AJ McLean. "This exhibition is a perfect way to share our favorite memories with the people who made our dreams a reality."

"The Backstreet Boys re-defined pop music as we know it creating a dedicated fan phenomenon that still exists almost 30 years later," says the Museum's Executive Director Michael Sticka. "We're thrilled to celebrate the group's unique commitment to their fans and vice versa while producing a one-of-a-kind immersive interactive environment."

On April 8, Backstreet Boys will take part in the Museum's Public Program series, where they will share never-before-heard stories from the past 25 years. JoJo Wright from KIIS-FM will be moderating the Program taking place at the Museum's Clive Davis Theater, and PEOPLE will exclusively live stream the event on Facebook.

Backstreet Boys have been nominated for eight total GRAMMY awards, including at the 61st GRAMMYs, for Best Pop/Duo Performance ("Don't Go Breaking My Heart"). 

Tickets to the GRAMMY Museum are available for sale at www.grammymuseum.org.

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As they unveil the interactive 'Backstreet Boys: The Experience' exhibit, we go behind the scenes with the GRAMMY-nominated boy band to look back on their 26 years together
Ana Yglesias
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Apr 18, 2019 - 3:10 pm

On April 8, the Backstreet Boys visited the GRAMMY Museum for a very special evening; the preview night of the newest exhibit there, Backstreet Boys: The Experience. AJ McLean, Howie Dorough, Nick Carter, Kevin Richardson and Brian Littrell all played a part in making the exhibit happen, sorting through old wardrobe trunks to choose which iconic '90s and '00s looks to put on display and sifting through the countless fan photos and homemade memorabilia they've been gifted over their 26-year career.

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We went behind the scenes with the GRAMMY-nominated group right after they explored the newly set up exhibit for the first time, as they reflected on who BSB is today, their legacy, having fun in Las Vegas and their excitement for the DNA World Tour. Or, as McLean put it, their "biggest tour in 18 years," in support of 2019's DNA.

"I think [The Experience] is gonna surprise a lot of people, bring back a lot of memories…if you're a fan, this plays homage to you," Carter told us about the new exhibit. "[There's] a lot of things you can interact with, but just really cool things that remind people who the Backstreet Boys are and where we've come from, so it's a cool experience."

Speaking of looking back, the group also discussed the 20th anniversary of their record-breaking album Millennium, which was the best-selling album of 1999.

"Millennium is probably, to this day, one of the biggest album's we've ever had. I think if we weren't on the map by that time in most people's eyes and ears, we were definitely at that point," Dorough said. "I think that itself is what's continued the legacy of the Backstreet Boys."

Backstreet Boys: The Experience is currently on display at the GRAMMY Museum L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles until Sept. 2. Learn how and when to have your special BSB experience on the Museum's website.

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GRAMMY Museum Reveals Flor de Toloache, Angela Aguilar & More As Special Guests For Opening Of Latin Music Gallery

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Christian Nodal and Ozomatli, with their OzoKids experience, will also be in attendance
Ana Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Nov 6, 2019 - 12:54 pm

Today, Nov. 6, the GRAMMY Museum, in partnership with the Latin Recording Academy, announced the performers for opening day of their brand-new Latin Music Gallery. On Nov. 18, two days before the exhibit officially opens to the public, there will be a full day programming, including special performances by Latin GRAMMY-winning mariachi group Flor de Toloache and GRAMMY- and Latin GRAMMY-nominated singer/songwriter Raquel Sofía.

GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY nominee Ángela Aguilar and Latin GRAMMY winner Christian Nodal—two bright, young stars making powerful renditions of traditional Mexican music—will also be in attendance to assist with the gallery's ribbon cutting.

Michael Sticka, President of the GRAMMY Museum, will also participate in the exciting day, along with Gabriel Abaroa Jr., the President and CEO of The Latin Recording Academy, which is celebrating 20 years of excellence in Latin Music this year.

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Los Angeles-based GRAMMY- and Latin GRAMMY-winning rock group Ozomatli will also participate, bringing their family-friendly, educational OzoKidz experience to kick off the day. The student program is followed by an invite-only ribbon-cutting ceremony, which begins at 4 p.m., followed by the live performances.

Finally, a free, open-to-the-public evening event will run from 7–10 p.m. (see schedule below and RSVP here).

Monday, Nov. 18 | GRAMMY Museum, 800 W. Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015

11 a.m.–Noon: Education Program for Students with OzoKidz

4–6 p.m.:          Official Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

6–7 p.m.:          Performances by Flor de Toloache and Raquel Sofía

7–10 p.m.:        Free public Museum entry (first come, first served)

Spaces for the public portion of the program on Nov. 18 are given on a first-come, first-served basis. The third-floor exhibit opens to the public on Nov. 20 and will run through spring 2020.

For more info and to RSVP for the Nov. 18 evening event, please click here. For more info on all the fun exhibits and events at the GRAMMY Museum, please visit their website.

And don't forget to catch the Ricky Martin-hosted 20th Latin GRAMMY Awards on Thurs., Nov. 14, live from Las Vegas on Nov. 14, by tuning into Univision around the world from 8-11 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT). You can also stay tuned to GRAMMY.com, as well as @RecordingAcad and @LatinGRAMMYs on Twitter next week to catch the biggest wins and onstage magic from the show.

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GRAMMY Museum To Celebrate 20 Years Of Latin GRAMMY Excellence With New Exhibit

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The inaugural exhibit on the Museum's newly constructed third floor will open with a special event and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 18 in Los Angeles
Nate Hertweck
GRAMMYs
Oct 21, 2019 - 3:19 pm

The GRAMMY Museum has teamed up with the Latin Recording Academy to present Latin GRAMMY: 20 Years Of Excellence, showcasing a variety of iconic moments and performances from two decades of the prestigious Latin GRAMMY Awards. 

From the tuxedo Juan Gabriel wore during his memorable 40-minute performance at the 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards to the outfit Luis Fonsi wore during his performance of "Despacito" at the 18th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, Latin GRAMMY: 20 Years Of Excellence is the Museum's inaugural exhibit on its newly constructed third floor.

Taking visitors on a walk through two decades of unforgetable moments that shaped our culture, the exchibit will also feature instruments played by Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY winners, including Lila Downs, Alejandro Sanz, Julieta Venegas, and more, plus the paint-stained shirt Ricky Martin wore at his performance with the Blue Man Group at the 8th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards.

“Latin music is a worldwide influence and we are honored to partner with the GRAMMY Museum to showcase the talented musicians, monumental Latin music moments, and significant milestones that have contributed to its popularity,” said Gabriel Abaroa Jr., President/CEO of The Latin Recording Academy. “With the exhibit opening the week after this year’s Latin GRAMMY Awards, we can’t think of a better way to highlight the importance of our 20th anniversary celebration and look to the future to showcase our beautiful art form.”

The exhibit serves as the first in the new Latin music gallery, which is a result of The Latin Recording Academy committing more than half a million dollars over a three-year period to expand the Museum's Latin music-focused exhibits and education programs and toward the hiring of a Latin music curator.

"Our expanded partnership with The Latin Recording Academy will significantly increase the GRAMMY Museum’s impact by creating a consistent presence dedicated to celebrating the many genres of Latin music," said Michael Sticka, President of the GRAMMY Museum. "Latin GRAMMY, 20 Years Of Excellence and our newly renovated third floor will greatly amplify the Museum's mission to educate, inspire, and share the significance of all forms of music."

The new exhibit will kick-off with a full day of programming on Nov. 18, including an education program for students, live performances and special ribbon-cutting ceremony with Abaroa Jr. and Sticka. The evening portion of the event is free to the public, including entry to the Museum on a first-come, first-served basis.

The GRAMMY Museum's new third floor also includes a refreshed On The Red Carpet exhibit, including GRAMMY Awards fashion articles from BTS, Rihanna, Nipsey Hussle, Alicia Keys, Miranda Lambert, Lang Lang, Maren Morris, Michelle Obama, Rita Ora, Carlos Santana, Kanye West, and Amy Winehouse. Additionally, the Mono To Surround interactive will be upgraded to a Mono To Immersive experience and the interactive GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY timeline will now have user-controlled capabilities, giving new and treturning music fans many resons to visit.

Latin GRAMMY: 20 Years Of Excellence will open to the public on Nov. 20 and run through spring 2020. For tickets and more info, visit the Museum's website.

GRAMMY Museum Announces Arcadia High's Heather Moore As 2019 Jane Ortner Education Award Recipient

 

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GRAMMY Museum Announces Arcadia High's Heather Moore As 2019 Jane Ortner Education Award Recipient

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The Los Angeles County 11th grade history teacher has been selected by the museum for the award that "honors K-12 academic teachers who use music in the classroom as a powerful educational tool"
Ana Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Oct 17, 2019 - 2:55 pm

Today, the GRAMMY Museum announced 11th grade history teacher Heather Moore as the 2019 Jane Ortner Education Award recipient. "The award honors K-12 academic teachers who use music in the classroom as a powerful educational tool," the museum explains. They have also opened applications for the 2020 edition of the award.

The Arcadia High School (located in Arcadia, Calif.) teacher will receive a monetary honorarium—the second year this has been offered to the awardee—along with a grant for the Los Angeles County public school.

Moore will be celebrated later this year at a special GRAMMY Museum event in L.A., and has been invited to attend the 62nd GRAMMY Awards on Jan. 26, 2020.

"We look forward to honoring Heather Moore for her dedication to executing cutting-edge lesson plans and devotion to creating a positive influence on her students through the power of music," Michael Sticka, President of the GRAMMY Museum, said.

The award celebrates educators who integrate music into the classroom experience, who is selected based on the lesson plans they submit. The museum reviews the lessons via a panel of teachers and education administrators who evaluate for "creativity, teachability, transferability and level of student engagement."

Moore's lesson plan, along with other music-centered education tools from the Museum and past award recipients' lessons, can be downloaded for free and implemented by other teachers. Her plan focuses on examining the impact of the Great Depression on the American public through the lens of music at the time, highlighting artists like Louis Armstrong, Woody Guthrie and others.

"I am honored to receive the Jane Ortner Education Award," Moore stated. "I have always believed that music is a beautiful and important way to connect students with the people and stories of the past. The Jane Ortner Award is a wonderful acknowledgement and celebration of music's centrality to education and our human story."

"Arcadia High was recently distinguished as being in the top 1% for having the best public high school teachers in America, and Heather Moore exemplifies why we received this recognition," Angie Dillman, Arcadia High School Principal, added. "Heather goes above and beyond in her institution practices to challenge and inspire our students to have a positive and profound impact on their world. We are so grateful for all she brings to our students and our team."

As part of the Museum's deeply impactful music education programs and initiatives, the Jane Ortner Education Award for teachers and the Jane Ortner Artist Award were established by the Museum in partnership with entertainment attorney and Museum Board member Chuck Ortner. His late wife Jane Ortner was a devoted and beloved public school teacher who valued music as a tool for teaching academic subjects and building confidence and community. Previous recipients of the Jane Ortner Artist Award include Lady Gaga, Jackson Browne, Janelle Monáe and John Legend.

Applications for the 2020 Jane Ortner Education Award are currently open for K-12 English, social studies, math, science, and foreign language teachers and will be accepted through Dec. 4, 2019. Music teachers may apply (and be nominated) for the Music Educator Award, which is currently open for the 2021 award.

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