| Program Model | Assembly Performance |
| Artistic Discipline | Dance |
| Grades | Pre-K | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
| Min. residency sessions/classroom | N/A |
| Program Requirements | Sound system with 1 or 2 microphones and an auxiliary audio jack, video projector (with a portable projection screen preferred), changing area, minimum of 16 x 20 foot performance area, at least one electrical outlet. |
| Instruction Language(s) | |
| Availability Notes | Ready to schedule for the 2021-22 school year! |
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About the Artist
As a teacher, Donna is known for her enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the origins of the culture and styles of dances she shares. Her classes are fun, challenging and educational, with a lot of support & encouragement for self-expression.
Teaching Philosophy
Having passion for what it is that you are sharing with others is key. My belief is that students learn best through experience and experimentation. Learning to express through dance can be an invaluable form of self-discovery.
Testimonial
"Donna was great at making it fun as well as well as teaching respect for the culture. She was very attentive to all of us. She's humble and has very positive energy."
"Amazing Passionate Knowledgeable teacher. Very well rounded in teaching."
Program Description
'Journey Brazil' is an interactive immersion into the rich history and art of Brazilian Culture. Students will directly experience diverse rhythms ranging from the tranquil beats of the serpent deity, Oxum, to the explosive sounds of Samba. Participation is key in this performance. Students will be singing, learning simple hand clapping rhythms, and follow along with easy to learn steps of the vibrant street dance- Samba Reggae! By participating in the cultural activities and understanding the historical background of each tradition, students will come to identify with another culture and its practices in addition to having a great time. Audience members come away from the show humming a tune, with a new bounce in their step, and you might even catch them exchanging a new salutation in Portuguese in the hallways at school.
Keywords
Samba, Brazil, Culture, Capoeria, Dance, Music, Video, Story telling, history, singing, song, live music, instruments, drums, participation, Steven Schob
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