The document explores the concept of place through the lens of music, focusing on identifying unique characteristics that define different locations. It highlights New York City and Allentown/Bethlehem, PA, particularly noting the historical significance of Bethlehem Steel Corporation and the decline of Allentown's downtown. The objective includes listening to songs related to these places and analyzing their lyrics to answer questions about them.

1. Exploring Place Through Music………….. The Five Themes of Geography

2. Place What question do we ask about places? What is it like???? What features describe places?

3. Places There are millions of places on this earth Each is unique! Some are so special, that musicians write songs about these places

4. Today’s Objective . Listen the the following 3 songs. 2. Look at the Lyrics! 3. Be prepared to answer questions about the places discussed in these songs!

5. New York City

18. Allentown/Bethlehem, PA

20. The city contained the headquarters of the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, once one of the largest producers of steel in the United States.

21. Downtown Allentown was once home to great stores and restaurants, now little remains.