Pop Music History - Larry Hess

— ABOUT LARRY HESS —

Larry Hess has been sharing his talks on popular music history, “The Stories Behind the Songs,” with cruise ship passengers since 2021. After earning a Bachelor’s in Music Education and a Master’s in Music Performance, he taught music in public schools, leading student ensembles to acclaim at competitions. A professional percussionist, he performed with symphony orchestras and notable artists like the Moody Blues, the Fifth Dimension, Glen Campbell, and Doc Severinsen. In retirement, Larry pursued research in popular music and enjoys sharing his findings with audiences who love the same music. His engaging presentations have received enthusiastic praise around the world!

— PRESENTATION TOPICS —

SHARING YOUR MUSICAL MEMORIES

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World War II Music - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
50's Music History - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
60's Music History - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
70's Music History - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
80's Music History - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
Sgt. Pepper Album - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
The Wrecking Crew - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
The Beatles - 1 - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
The Beatles - 2 - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
The Beatles - 3 - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
Christmas Music - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
Christmas Music 2 - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
Christmas Music 3 - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker
Jamaican Music - Larry Hess, Cruise Speaker

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WWII History - Larry Hess, Cruise Ship Speaker
Christmas Music History - Larry Hess, Cruise Ship Speaker

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— REVIEWS —

A New Perspective on Your Favorites

March 17, 2025

Larry’s presentations brings you the stories behind your favorite songs that you can’t believe you never knew! Some of my lifelong favorite songs have somehow become even better knowing how they were made the artists who defied all odds to bring us the soundtracks of our lives!

Peggy H.

Response from Larry Hess, Cruise Ship Speaker

Peggy you were kind to leave this review. We remember you and our talks about Buddy Holley and “Peggy Sue”. Hope to sail with you again soon!

Loved Larry's "Beyond the Podium" Talks on Celebrity Cruises

March 17, 2025

We were fortunate to go to all (think there were 4 presentations) of Larry’s talks on pop music history on our Celebrity cruise in 2023. Myself and 3 other “baby boomer” brothers enjoyed each presentation. Larry is very knowledable and entertaining and we had some great conversations after his talks…;even carried over into the airport after debarking our cruise. Before every cruise we are hopeful that he is a speaker and hope our paths cross on a future sailing.

Stan M.

Response from Larry Hess, Cruise Ship Speaker

Stan, my wife Su and I smiled at the good memories you brought up! That was a good trip, wasn’t it? We too hope that our paths cross again someday soon. Thanks so much!

Surf's Up

March 16, 2025

I’ve never learned so much about music on a cruise before! The Beach Boys were so much more seminal to rock music than I knew. My wife and I really appreciated you answering all our questions after the lecture. Thanks, Larry!

Cruise E.

Response from Larry Hess, Cruise Ship Speaker

Thank you so much!

Simply the Best

March 16, 2025

Best cruise speaker I’ve ever heard in my life!

Annie W.

Response from Larry Hess, Cruise Ship Speaker

Thanks so much, A.W.!

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— CALENDAR —

2025
2025 – September

RCL Ovation of the Seas
2025 – March

Beyond
2025 – January History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

OLLI Lubbock
2025 – January History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

Sherick Living Center – Lubbock
2024
2024 – October

Apex

 
2024 – September

Equinox

 
2024 – March

TTUHSC – Lubbock
2023
2023 – November

Wesley Court – Abilene
2023 – October History of Music Presentation - Larry HessCelebrity Summit
2023 – February History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

OLLI – TTU Lubbock
2023 – February History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

OLLI – TTU Fredericksburg
2023 – February History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

OLLI – TTU Highland Lakes
2022
2022 – December

Regal Princess
2022 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

OLLI – TTU Abilene
2022 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

OLLI – TTU Lubbock
2022 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

Sherick Living Center – Lubbock
2022 – October History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

Celebrity Silhouette
2022 – September

Radiance of the Seas

 
2022 – February

World Navigator

 
2021
2021 – December

Lubbock Women’s Club
2021 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry HessSherick Living Center Lubbock
2021 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

Lubbock Rotary Club
2021 – October History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

Celebrity Millennium
2021 – October History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI – Texas Tech University
2021 – September History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

Celebrity Equinox
2021 – August History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI – Texas Tech University via Zoom
2021 – July History of Music Presentation - Larry Hess

Celebrity Edge
2021 – April History of Music Presentation - Larry HessHorseshoe Bay Cultural Enrichment Society
2021 – April History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI – Texas Tech University via Zoom
2021 – March History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI – Texas Tech University via Zoom
2021 – February History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI – Texas Tech University via Zoom
2021 – January History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI – Texas Tech University via Zoom

2020
2020 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry HessCelebrity Summit (COVID cancel)
2020 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry HessRotary Club Lubbock (via WebEx)
2020 – June History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock (via Zoom)
2020 – May History of Music Presentation - Larry HessCelebrity Summit (COVID cancel)
2020 – May History of Music Presentation - Larry HessRoyal Caribbean Radiance of the Seas
(COVID cancel)
2020 – May History of Music Presentation - Larry HessCelebrity Millennium (COVID cancel)
2020 – March History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Highland Lakes
2019
2019 – December History of Music Presentation - Larry HessDynamic Learning Institute Kerville
2019 – December History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Highland Lakes
2019 – December History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Fredericksburg
2019 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Abilene
2019 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock
2019 – September History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Fredericksburg
2019 – June History of Music Presentation - Larry HessFirst United Methodist Church Lubbock
2019 – May History of Music Presentation - Larry HessFirst United Methodist Church Lubbock
2019 – May History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Abilene
2019 – April History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Abilene
2019 – April History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Fredericksburg
2018
2018 – December History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock
2018 – December History of Music Presentation - Larry HessRetired Teachers Assoc. Lubbock
2018 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Highland Lakes
2018 – October History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Abilene
2018 – September History of Music Presentation - Larry HessSherick Living Center Lubbock
2017
2017 – December History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock
2017 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Highland Lakes
2017 – September History of Music Presentation - Larry HessSherick Living Center Lubbock
2017 – August History of Music Presentation - Larry HessFirst United Methodist Church Lubbock
2017 – May New Neighbors Club Lubbock
2017 – February History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock
2017 – February History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Fredericksburg
2017 – February History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Highland Lakes
2016 / 2015 / 2014
2016 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock
2016 – September History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock
2016 – September History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Highland Lakes
2016 – September History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Fredericksburg
2016 – April History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock
2016 – March History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Fredericksburg

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2015 – October History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock

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2014 – November History of Music Presentation - Larry HessOLLI Lubbock

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