Reynold Scott
Jazz It Up!
The history of jazz comes alive through the sounds of this exciting
American art form, from spirituals to fusion and all that came
in between. This program uses the elements in jazz improvisation
to teach students about the structure and dynamics of jazz. The
group will play music familiar to students and demonstrate the
uses of rhythm and improvisation.
Artists: Reynold Scott (baritone sax and flutes) and three accompanying
artists
Fee: single $370; back-to-back $675
Workshops Fee: $184
Grades: 3-12
Limit: 300 students per performance, 30 students per workshop |
What's That Thing You're Playing?
Reynold Scott presents a workshop that incorporates many different
types of unusual instruments some that students may have heard
about but have never seen or used. From woodwinds to brass, Reynold
will present an engaging program of sound and instrumental history.
Artist: Reynold Scott
Workshops Fee: $184
Grades: 3-12
Limit: 30 students per workshop |
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The Smudge Fundaes
Bully Be Gone!
A compelling, thought-provoking, musical presentation using "quiz
show" questions, role play, humor, verbal comebacks and common
sense. "The best bully presentation we have had at our school," Linda
Milloy, St. Marks School, Beamsville, ON
Includes: types of bullying • strategies against bullying • the
role of bystanders • good character • racist bullying • tolerance • relationship
and friendship skills
Grades: K-2, 3-6
Books Rule!
Start with catchy, upbeat songs, add bright colorful costumes and
props and lots of audience participation and you've got a fabulous
show about reading! "Your presentation captured everyone's attention,
imagination and applause!" Nancy Hatalsky, Reading Teacher,
Lessenger School, Madison Heights, MI
Includes: science, math & geography games • spelling challenges • the
elements of a book • primary show features Penny Pencil and
Betty Book
Grades: K-2; 3-6 |
Save the Planet!
Students and adults need to team up to keep our earth safe and
healthy. Students will clap, sing and even sign along as they learn
about saving our earth! "Highly creative with a great message
for everyone!" Gail Castle, Taylor School District, Taylor,
MI
Includes: global warming and the ozone layer • reduce, re-use
and recycle • keep the air and water clean • use less packaging • save
the trees
Grades: K-2; 3-6 |
Healthy Body and Mind!
An exciting, interactive, musical performance about the inportance
of good health and fitness. This show reinforces how to care for
our bodies, both inside and out! "An instant hit with staff
and students...interactive, fun and maximum audience participation," Margaret
Maronese, VP, St. Bernadette School, Oakville, ON
Includes: healthy eating from the official food guide • dental
care • personal hygiene • anti-smoking/anti-drug messages • physical
fitness
Grades: K-2; 3-6 |
Play it Safe!
Using fun, clever, informative songs and situations, The Smudge
Fundaes help reinforce important safety issues for children. "Invigorating
and entertaining...many lessons were learned by our students." Tania
Steinhofer, Father Clair Tipping School, Brampton, ON
Includes: bus, bike, fire and street safety • stranger danger • an
exciting salute to firemen • singalongs and action songs
Grades: K-3
Artists: Sandie Thomson and Suzanne Nicks
Fee: single $680; back-to-back $755
Limit: 300 students per performance
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String Dancers
String Dancers, a Buffalo based string quartet, was created to
promote recognition and understanding of the world's cultures through
the sounds of ethnically based dance music.
The World Loves to Dance
From folk to classical, from jig to tango, String Dancers extend
students' knowledge and appreciation of the world's cultures through
the sounds and rhythms of dance from around the globe. The programs
also includes a short demonstration of the basic sounds and construction
of the string instruments as well as common string techniques used
in playing the dance movements of the program. Audience participation
through dance and playing of rhythm instruments is incorporated.
Artists: Charles Johnson (1st violin), Judith Trail (2nd violin),
Peter Van Scozza (viola) and David Meyer (cello)
Fee: single $425; back-to-back $675
Grade: K-9
Limit: 300 per performance |
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