This exciting and active workshop engages students in the classic dances of Harlem’s Savoy Ballroom, a world-class institution of music and dance in operation from 1926 through 1958. Students will be acquainted with the origins, relevance, and steps of social dances such as the “Lindy Hop,” “Shorty George,” and “Suzy-Q...
Help your students become global citizens and discover the ancient art of making caxixi rattles in this 2-part workshop. In this workshop series, students will make their own caxixi rattles, a handheld rattle percussion instrument used in Brazil that originates from Western and Central Africa. Students will learn how r...
Students become familiar with the roots of various rhythmic styles they hear in much of today’s popular music and how music has long been used in storytelling. During this hands-on workshop, students are invited to explore and create their own rhythms to learn how rhythm and stories carry tradition and culture througho...
Students will compare music from specific eras (ex. the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s), focusing on how lyrics embody the social and political climates of the historical period. By learning to write their own song lyrics, students will reflect on the cultural dynamics of their own lived experiences. Sign up! https...
Open to dancers of all experience levels, the General Program offers a variety of options for dancers ages 2-18. Our ballet-based programs develop the strength and understanding necessary for long-term success in all Arts Umbrella Dance programs. Our classes focus on the dancer as a whole, emphasizing physical, emotion...
Encouraging young children to find joy in movement will help establish a long-lasting and healthy relationship with staying active. In our Creative Dance classes for children ages 2-6, little ones improve their coordination, express themselves creatively, and develop concentration and focus. With the emphasis still on ...
