| Program Model | Assembly Performance |
| Artistic Discipline | Music |
| Grades | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
| Min. residency sessions/classroom | N/A |
| Program Requirements | Cannot perform on carpet. Need 30'x30' performance space. Students should be on floor with a 3' aisle in middle. The first row should be 10' from performers. Needs: 1-3 mics & stands, 1 dressing room very close to performance area, 4 chairs w/o arms, 1 electrical outlet, 4 student helpers to help carry equipment, water for performers. |
| Instruction Language(s) | English |
| Availability Notes | Ready to schedule for the 2023-24 school year! |
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About the Artist
Alex was born in Ghana and came to the US to join his father, Obo Addy. He performs across the US and teaches in Portland. Michael was also born into music and dancing. He taught and performed in Accra, Ghana, before moving to the US to do the same.
Teaching Philosophy
Alex and Michael's goal is to teach the students respect for the culture and each other while sharing specific drumming and musical techniques through the lens of discipline and focus.
Testimonial
"Alex is amazing with the students, a true teacher. He did a phenomenal job with our students in life skills; he was patient, warm, and fun. This residency should be experienced by every student!!" --Hillsboro Principal
Program Description
This exciting and informative performance will transport you to another world! Led and directed by Alexander Addy, an experienced instructor, professional dancer and accomplished percussionist, this program enables students to participate as they travel within the culture of Ghana. Students experience the rhythms and sounds of over 15 uniquely different drums as well as many other instruments which include flutes, bells, rhythmic rattles and the Gyil ( an African Xylophone). The skilled dance troupe members perform traditional and acrobatic dance movements with brightly colored costumes and traditional apparel to allow students to fully capture the feel, taste and richness of another country. As the son of legendary Ghanaian Musician Obo Addy, Alexander has helped shape and perfect this program over the last 25 years!
Keywords
Africa, dance, drumming, drum, Ghana, movement, kinesthetic, multicultural, percussion, music, multi-cultural
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