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Jamal Mohamed - World Rhythms

World Rhythms with Jamal, Grades k through 3 - On Campus
Time Frames
During School Day, After School, Summer, Weekend
Formats
On Campus Program
Grades
Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Standards

Description
Jamal uses percussion instruments to explore the music and rhythms of diverse cultures. He performs on a variety of exotic instruments, including some he makes by hand, like Egyptian flutes made from PVC pipe and drums made from clay. Jamal will acquaint the students with traditional rhythms and melodies from Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America using instruments such as gongs from China, Talking Drums from Africa and various percussion from around the world. Jamal will also demonstrate how music can be made using common household objects. The presentation will culminate with students joining Jamal on stage for an exciting jam session with an international flavor. It’s an experience they will never forget.

Students Will
  • join Jamal to play a variety of percussion instruments.
  • learn about music and instruments from cultures of the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Latin America
  • learn about Geography and Social Studies as Jamal explains where the instruments originate and why certain cultures use particular types of instruments.
  • learn how sound is produced by vibrations and why a gong sounds for a long time and a wood block sound is very short.
  • learn how to use common household instruments to make music.
  • Literary Connection: "Soon Baboon Soon" by Dave Horowitz. ISBN 0-399-24268-6

Details
Dates: Monday through Sunday
Times: 9am-9pm
Duration: 1 hour
School Fee: $325 for up to 150 students. Two back to back programs for $575.
Minimum Attendance: 5
Maximum Attendance: 150
Bilingual: No
Technical Needs: A sound system is required if the audience is more than 50. A standard chair (no arms, folding ok) for Jamal to sit on. Students should be seated in chairs or on the floor, not behind desks to facilitate audience participation.
Other Information: Sessions can take place in a classroom for small groups or in assembly hall for larger groups.

Scheduling / Booking
Instructions: To schedule, contact Jamal at 214-289-9599. Jamal is available during school, after school and weekends.. Please check with Jamal to confirm availability.
Deadline: Program should be booked at least one week in advance of the performance date.
Cancellation Policy: Should illness, inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances prevent the program from taking place as scheduled, artist will reschedule. Programs canceled by a school or community presenter after confirmation are subject to full payment. A $25 rescheduling fee will be charged if a schedule change is requested after a program has been confirmed.
After School Policy: A teacher or after school employee must remain with class at all times.

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