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Up-cycling: Turning Junk into Musical Instruments From Africa to America
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Artist
Curtis Blues
Program Type
Assemblies / Performances
Description
Up-cycling: Turning Junk into Musical Instruments From Africa to America is an interactive assembly that challenges students to use recycled materials to make folk instruments. Using the STEM engineering design model as a guide, Curtis performs on a variety of instruments made of “up-cycled” materials. Students discuss responsible green practices and how to use discarded items to create musical instruments as people have done throughout history.
Testimonials
"Curtis had a great rapport, energy, and enthusiasm, and a love for his subject."
"What a kind and wonderful person Curtis Blues is! He has so much valuable information for the kids to learn. He kept the children so engaged while learning!"
"Curtis made a history lesson come alive with music!"