The drum is the heartbeat! Percussionist Senfu Stoney and other world-class musicians teach students about varied instruments and diverse cultures around the world. Students learn the proper technique and coordination for numerous drums, explore the drum’s role as a revered healing instrument, and learn of its history as one of the first means of communication […]
This hands-on workshop will inspire and equip educators to incorporate wood scrap sculpture into their teaching. Participants will explore creative ways to use repurposed wood as a versatile material to support learning across multiple subject areas, including Literacy, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Through guided activities, teachers will discover how wood scrap can foster student […]
Using Visual Arts Practices to Support Emotional Equilibrium in the Classroom: In this interactive workshop, educators will explore simple yet powerful visual arts practices that support emotional regulation and student well-being. Techniques such as neurographic art, mindful doodling, slow drawing, mandala drawing, and color exploration help students manage stress, improve focus, and engage more deeply […]
Observational Drawing and Arts Integration will provide teachers with strategies for using observational drawing and art critique to support learning across content areas. Observational drawing fosters higher-order thinking skills—such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation—enhancing academic success. Educators will explore how hands-on observational drawing methods intersect with arts integration, combining visual art with other disciplines. Historic […]
Mindful Melodies is an interactive concert program that uses the universal language of music to inspire mindful action, focus, and social-emotional learning. Featuring a vibrant mix of musical genres—spanning classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary styles—the program engages diverse audiences through live performances and guided activities. Participants explore how music can be a powerful tool for […]
Collaborate to make a giant woven tapestry using upcycled materials! This program can be school-wide or class-wide, students will work together on giant looms to construct a collaborative weaving using upcycled materials: old t-shirts, sheets, and even plastic bags! If there is additional time, students can also work on creating a personal mini-tapestry. Program options: […]
Using vocal and songwriting techniques rooted in the traditions of Soul Music, students will learn how to express and celebrate themselves through song. In this workshop, participants will learn about soul music pioneers from the 1970’s, the genre’s historical roots and its ties to the African-American fight for civil rights. They’ll also see soul’s impact […]
In this workshop, participants will explore the power of collaborative mural making as a vehicle for expression, communication, and teamwork through an SEL lens. Through a series of engaging activities and discussions, teachers will learn practical skills on how to execute a large, collaborative art project for your school incorporating the whole student body. We […]
This workshop integrates poetry and sensory exploration with Social Emotional Learning (SEL) competencies to promote emotional wellbeing, self-awareness, and interpersonal skills. Participants will engage in creative writing activities inspired by sensory experiences, fostering self-expression and emotional resilience. By the end of the program, participants will have created a personalized literary arts body of work in […]
This professional learning session provides a dynamic exploration of the sonic spaces and rhythmic worlds in which we inhabit through deep listening, sensory play, and hands-on collaborative learning. Educators will experience guided deep listening exercises and be invited to consider the many ways we make meaning of the sounds around us. Personal experiences will be […]
Young Audiences' mission is to inspire young people and expand their learning through the arts.
Young Audiences believes that all students deserve equal access to the arts and we strive to provide meaningful art experiences to young people regardless of cognitive or physical development, socio-economic status, or geographic location.
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