Turning Creative Writing Into Songwriting will combine the two art forms unlocking inspiration and creativity.
TEACHING ARTIST SESSION CATEGORIES
St. Landry Parish
LA-003 Free Your Mind (4-12)
The workshop is designed to encourage students to control their thoughts, think strategically and accept themselves.
LA-004 Zydeco is Live in Louisiana (K-5)
Author Theresa Singleton will read her book, Zydeco Zoom, to students and discuss Zydeco music, musicians and important Zydeco instruments. Students will be taught the “Zoom dance” too!
LA-005 Loving My Louisiana (K-3)
Author Theresa Singleton will share two of her books with unique accompanying songs and movement: Grandfather Lee and the Bees, and Pierre’s Empty Pouch.
CM-011 Talking Trees! (PK-5)
Students explore the relationship trees have to each other through a mycelium network.
M-006 DJing & The Art of Turntablism (5-12)
In this session, we’ll take a deep dive into the beginnings of Hip-Hop DJing and its contribution to the culture.
CM-012 The Breakdown: The Elements of Hip-Hop Culture (K-12)
This program breaks down the four elements of Hip-Hop culture which are: DJing, Graffiti, MCing and Breakdancing.
CM-013 Breakin’ It Down: The History of Breakdancing (K-12)
In this session, we’ll take a deep dive into the history of Breakdancing and discuss some musical history relative to the dance.
CM-014 Drop the B.E.A.T (Bullying Ends After Talking) (K-6)
The overall theme is “Bullying Ends After Talking,” allowing students to express their personal experiences, concerns, and maybe even some advice for their fellow peers while they are guided and entertained along the way.
CM-015 Quilting Louisiana Culture (1-4)
Students will learn about the historical and cultural significance of quilts in Louisiana communities, including influences from African American, Creole, Cajun, and Native traditions.

