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...
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Festivals
CM-021 Zydeco Rhythms: Moving Through Louisiana’s Culture (K-5)
Clap, stomp, and dance along! Students will learn Zydeco’s fun steps while hearing the lively sounds of accordion and washboard that make Louisiana music so special. Adaptable for Special Education
CM-025 Global Louisiana: Cultures Without Borders (K-12)
Louisiana culture doesn’t stop at state lines—it travels the world! Through Zydeco dance and stories of international festivals, students will see how Creole traditions are shared across borders, building connections with cultures around the globe while keeping...
CM-003 Global Grooves, Learn Traditions, Feel the Culture (PK-12)
“What better way to immerse in a dance style, (or a second language) than moving to its rhythms and celebrating its roots?”
CM-004 Move Into the Story: Read, Imagine, Dance (PK-12)
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.
CM-006 Stage the Lesson! Because Some Lessons Deserve a Standing Ovation (PK-12)
Students step into the spotlight, adapting lessons, concepts, songs, or movies into powerful scenes full of character, movement, and imagination.
CM-007 Any Topic?! Meet the Need With a Creative Movement Experience
Make any theme unforgettable. You choose the topic—I’ll bring the movement magic.
CM-010 Festival International (PK-5)
Celebrate global cultures through music and movement inspired by Lafayette’s Festival International.

