African, Caribbean, or Brazilian Music
A Music Workshop for Grades 3-8
Teaching Artist: Bird Fleming
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Bird Fleming is a professional percussionist and Director of the Traditional Music Society. He has designed workshops to enrich each of his performances. Students learn about the role of music in various cultures (African, Brazilian, or Caribbean). A variety of instruments are brought for students to play.
Suitable for a maximum of 15 students for African music, or a maximum of 25 students for Caribbean or Brazilian music.
Requirements: 25 students/participants maximum; Choose one culture: African, Brazilian, or Caribbean; Set up includes one chair per student/participant placed in a semi-circle, one chair for the artist in the center of the semi-circle facing the students/participants; one 4ft-6ft table placed behind the artist's chair for instruments. Teachers must be present at all times during workshops.
To schedule this program, use the scheduling button below or:
Phone: 816-531-4022
Email: booknow@kcya.org
Creative Discipline: Music
Maximum Audience Size: 25 students
Program Length: 45 minutes
Availability: Year-Round
Location: At Your School
Fees: $135 single, $200 each for 2 or more on the same day | Cartage Fee: $5 per school
The break between workshops must not exceed 90 minutes to receive the reduced rate
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Curriculum Connection: Social Studies
Photo Credit: Alvin David from Unsplash
