Local Hero Bob Dorough Honored with Plaque by Walk of Fame Committee

The Walk of Fame Committee held an event to unveil a plaque in honor of the late Bob Dorough, a well-known composer and performer. His daughter, Aralee Dorough, attended the event along with other family and friends. She spoke about her father's life in Plainview and his successful career, and led a sing-along of his popular SchoolHouse Rocks! songs.

Bob Dorough was born in Plainview and was part of the Plainview High School Band. He also served in the Army band during World War II. After the war, he attended North Texas State University and later Columbia University for his graduate studies.

Dorough is most recognized for his contributions to the educational animated TV series “Schoolhouse Rock!” which aired from 1972 to 1996. He was asked by an advertising agent to create musical multiplication tables, leading him to write all the songs for Multiplication Rock, the first of six topics in the series.

The series also included Grammar Rock, America Rock, Science Rock, Money Rock, and Earth Rock. Dorough wrote songs and performed for these topics as well. For more photos from the plaque unveiling event, a link to the committee's gallery has been provided.

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