In the session “Expression Through Songwriting,” students will learn about the creative process that goes behind writing a song.
TEACHING ARTIST SESSION CATEGORIES
Vermilion Parish
LA-001 The Rhythm of Self-Motivation (K-12)
Students engage in discussion on what self-love means and why it is important.
M-012 Music and Storytelling (PK-2)
Accompanying the students on guitar, we will sing, move, and introduce rhythm with fun percussion shakers.
LA-002 Class Poetry Album (4-12)
The class will work together to create a class poetry album.
M-013 Turning Creative Writing into Songwriting (7-12)
Turning Creative Writing Into Songwriting will combine the two art forms unlocking inspiration and creativity.
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.
M-001 Telling Your Story on the Djembe (PK-5)
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!
M-002 The Drum Circle (PK-5)
Students will learn three simple hand movements on the djembe or other percussive instruments will then be brought together in a circle.