TEACHING ARTIST SESSION CATEGORIES
From the vibrant rhythms of jazz to the soulful melodies of blues, this session will delve into the rich cultural heritage that has shaped American music today. Through a listening session and discussion, students will learn about the struggles and triumphs of African...
This lesson will focus on the leadership and the fight for civil rights in the United States.
Working as a team, they’ll develop a concept inspired by poetry, writing, or events, then scale it up using math, grids, and safe equipment.
Louisiana artist, Clementine Hunter, was a self-taught black folk artist known for artwork depicting plantation life in the early 20th Century.
Everyone has a story to tell! In this session, students will learn first that the most important thing in communication is really learning how to listen!
Students will learn three simple hand movements on the djembe or other percussive instruments will then be brought together in a circle.
Students explore traditional dances and styles from around the world—North and South American, African, European, and Asian —connecting movement with geography, language, and identity.
This program breaks down the four elements of Hip-Hop culture which are: DJing, Graffiti, MCing and Breakdancing.