St. Martin Parish

Expression Through Songwriting (K-12)

by Mandy McGee | Audrey Broussard, Elementary School, High School, Holidays, Iberia Parish, Lafayette Parish, Literary Arts, Middle School, Music, Single Session, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Vermilion Parish

Where, you may ask, do songs come from? In the session “Expression Through Songwriting,” students will learn about the creative process that goes behind writing a song. They will hear examples based on the personal experiences of a songwriter, and will be guided to find their own inspiration. Then, students will work together to create a song. This flexible session can be adapted for certain holidays, so chat with the artist about options after booking!

Music and Storytelling (PK-2)

by Mandy McGee | Elementary School, Iberia Parish, Lafayette Parish, Music, Single Session, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Vermilion Parish

Time to sing and make stories! In Audrey Broussard’s Music and Storytelling session, students will learn and sing along to songs that open their creativity. Students will learn about rhythm by using percussion shakers, and they will be accompanied on guitar while they sing and move. Audrey will use the kids song “Magic Soup” as a vehicle for students to move the story along with their imaginations. Students will continue weaving music and stories through activities that feature music by Laurie Berkner and songs from Lisa Loeb’s Silly Sing Along.

Turning Creative Writing into Songwriting (7-12)

by Mandy McGee | Audrey Broussard, High School, Holidays, Iberia Parish, Lafayette Parish, Middle School, Music, Single Session, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Vermilion Parish

Genres will blend, creativity and inspiration will be unlocked, and artistic visions will evolve and merge during Creative Writing Into Songwriting. Through guided creative writing exercises, the students will write poems, flash fiction, or prompts that will be used to fuel their songwriting experience. Much music will ensue. This session can be adapted for certain holidays, so please chat with the artist about options after booking!

Louisiana Living: From Gumbo to the Dance Floor (K-12)

by Mandy McGee | Adaptable for Special Education, Chris Lemelle & ShaRhonda Joseph, Creative Movement/Dance, Elementary School, High School, Louisiana, Middle School, Mini-Presentation, Music, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Vermilion Parish

Just like gumbo mixes lots of flavors, Zydeco mixes lots of traditions! Students will dance while learning how music, food, and celebrations are part of everyday Louisiana life.

Global Louisiana: Cultures Without Borders (K-12)

by Mandy McGee | Adaptable for Special Education, Chris Lemelle & ShaRhonda Joseph, Creative Movement/Dance, Elementary School, High School, Louisiana, Middle School, Mini-Presentation, Music, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Vermilion Parish

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 Louisiana’s spirit front and center.

Festivals in Motion: Celebrating Louisiana Traditions (K-12)

by Mandy McGee | Adaptable for Special Education, Chris Lemelle & ShaRhonda Joseph, Creative Movement/Dance, Elementary School, High School, Louisiana, Middle School, Mini-Presentation, Music, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Vermilion Parish

Bring the excitement of a Louisiana festival straight into the classroom! Students will experience the sights and sounds of celebrations like Festival International and Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, where dance, music, and tradition fill the streets. They’ll join the fun through Zydeco dance while discovering how festivals keep culture alive.

History of Jazz & Saxophone (1-12)

by Mandy McGee | Art History, Elementary School, Iberia Parish, Jeremy Benoit "JB Saax", Lafayette Parish, Middle School, Mini-Presentation, Music, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Vermilion Parish

Jeremy Benoit “JB Saax ” takes students through a crash course of how Jazz began and the integral role the saxophone plays in its inception. This course involves a live saxophone performance demonstrating many different types of jazz techniques and also sheds light on how America’s original music genre massively shaped the country in its wake.

Inside the Recording Studio (1-12)

by Mandy McGee | Art History, Elementary School, High School, Iberia Parish, Jeremy Benoit "JB Saax", Lafayette Parish, Middle School, Mini-Presentation, Music, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Vermilion Parish

Jeremy Benoit, aka “JB Saax,” takes students through a journey of the professional recording artist/studio engineer. Students will be exposed to basic, intermediate, and advanced recording techniques and will even be granted the opportunity to record their own personal soundtrack. This course gives exposure to music industry standard operations and provides insight on how professional entertainers integrated these systems into their everyday lives.

Mermaid Music Showcase (PreK-3)

by Mandy McGee | Adaptable for Special Education, Creative Movement/Dance, Elementary School, Iberia Parish, Lafayette Parish, Mini-Presentation, Music, Single Session, Social Emotional Learning, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Susan Buller Grain, Vermilion Parish

The Mermaid Music Showcase is an interactive music and movement experience that introduces students to rhythm, singing, creative expression, listening skills, and musical storytelling through an imaginative under-the-sea adventure. Students actively participate by singing, echoing rhythms, moving with the music, and creating sound together using age-appropriate activities that encourage confidence, cooperation, creativity, and self-expression. Each presentation is designed for Pre-K through elementary students and aligns with arts education goals by strengthening musical awareness, focus, imagination, and group participation. No advance preparation is required, but teachers are encouraged to enjoy the experience alongside their students.

Ocean Calm: A Mermaid Music Sound Bath (4-12)

by Mandy McGee | Adaptable for Special Education, Elementary School, High School, Iberia Parish, Lafayette Parish, Middle School, Music, Single Session, Social Emotional Learning, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, Susan Buller Grain, Vermilion Parish

The Ocean Calm introduces students to the calming sounds of instruments from around the world, including crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, harp, gong, chimes, and other peaceful percussion. Students begin with a brief demonstration of each instrument, learning how sound and vibration can encourage relaxation, focused listening, and emotional regulation. They are then invited to sit comfortably or lie quietly while experiencing a guided sound bath designed to promote calm, imagination, and mindful awareness. No prior experience or preparation is required, and teachers are welcome to relax and enjoy the experience alongside their students while providing normal classroom supervision. Students need to wear comfortable clothing and have enough space to sit or lie down comfortably.

ADDITIONAL ARTS IN EDUCATION RESOURCES