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\t\t<\/p>\nWhen planning for the year ahead, there is always someone (or many people) tasked with choosing a school incursion. <\/span>Schools get many offers from performers and so it is important that teachers know what to expect from the production. Certain criteria have to be met. As an educational institution, you have a responsibility to the students and parents, to provide a sound education. Schools should not have a live performance without knowing exactly what to expect.\u00a0So\u00a0what does one look for when choosing a school incursion?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n As a class music teacher, it is always great to have a guest to come and inspire not only the children but you yourself. Children love a hands-on experience so what better way to achieve this than through African Drumming. It is the ideal opportunity not only to learn how to play djembes but to also learn about African culture and various instruments used in tribal dancing and the African way of life.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n At African Beat, we care about students learning a growth mindset (Carol Dweck)<\/a> and so, in our shows, we teach them to love learning, get out of their comfort zone and have an appreciation for all cultures\/individuals.<\/span><\/p>\n If children have some prior knowledge of what they are going to see they may certainly gain more from a show of this nature. So what can we do to prepare them for the experience? The class music lessons leading up to the show should be about the history of West Africa in particular and the importance of music in daily life. Children may more observant and eager to try out some of the instruments for themselves if they had already studied the types of instruments found in the region and how they are played. A discussion of the different techniques used to play the drum and how sounds can be manipulated would make them more receptive to the concert. The practical knowledge gained from participating in a live show of this nature will reinforce the knowledge gleaned from what was learned in the classroom.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n African Beat has a Teachers Resource Kit available for purchase along with one of their school shows. At just $70 + GST, this resource\u00a0includes all of the above and more.<\/p>\n The fact that there are so many instruments available for a large group of people is a great advantage. I<\/span>t will make the hands-on experience possible.\u00a0It will not be passive participation but an active one.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The performers of the workshop come dressed in traditional costume and have stories about their traditions and culture. The students are able to ask questions and interact with the performers. This is an experience that cannot be achieved in the classroom.<\/span> \u00a0<\/p>\n So, when choosing a school incursion, consider African Beat\u2026\u00a0<\/span>Find out more about our school incursions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n <\/p>\nWhat to Consider When\u00a0Choosing a School\u00a0Incursion<\/h3>\n
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<\/span><\/li>\nWhat About African Drumming?<\/h3>\n
Preparing for an African Drumming Incursion<\/h3>\n
Why Choose African Drumming?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
What are some of the elements of music that can be introduced in the show or workshop?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n
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How do the students learn about other cultures?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n
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