Assemblies:
“Goombay: The
Caribbean Experience”- 45-minute program customized for grades K-5,
6-8, or 9-12.
Workshops:
“Caribbean Songs &
Rhythms" - One hour workshop introducing rhythmic and melodic
elements of calypso, carnival music and traditional chants.
Residencies:
“The Caribbean
Experience in Song and Rhythm” tailored to fit school’s time requirements,
the musicians of Goombay draw from a wide repertoire of popular
and traditional Caribbean music, involving students in a multi-arts
approach through song, dance and instrumental music.
World
Music Drumming - Taught
by Elizabeth Melvin, the World Music Drumming residency is an introduction
to learning the percussion, rhythms, and singing of West Africa
and the Caribbean. Using a set of tunable conga drums, plus various
hand-held percussion such as rattles, cowbells, and talking drums,
the students learn drumming techniques, individual rhythms, and
ensemble playing. They explore the connection of African and Latin
American cultural traditions to the music performed, and discover
how music can be the perfect vehicle for fostering intercultural
understanding. World Music Drumming brings the enjoyment and excitement
of music participation while building important life-skills, such
as communication, listening, teamwork, discipline and respect for
others. Designed specifically for middle school students, the curriculum
can be adapted to be great fun for all ages!
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here to read more about World Music Drumming!
Seminars 
CAC offers
seminars and workshops on a variety of Caribbean-related themes,
ranging from Multi-culturalism through the Arts, Caribbean
Music Roots, Symbolism and Imagery in Visual Arts, and Caribbean
Literature. Courses are designed to your needs, ranging from
in-house corporate staff development programs to curricular and
after-school studies.
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