Award winning presenter and percussionist Josh Robinson will deliver an exhilarating, unifying, and interactive presentation called “Drum it Out!” Josh will share some of his personal way-finding story of how music helped him navigate trauma, loss, and ultimately find his purpose on the planet. Josh will share and demonstrate how he uses drumming and music […]
A 90‑minute, music‑centered professional development for preschool and kindergarten teachers that shows how songs, rhythm, and movement can deepen early math learning, especially counting, quantity, and spatial awareness. Teachers actively participate in mindfulness based counting, math rich movement games, and familiar children’s songs, then unpack the hidden math in each activity. The session highlights how […]
In this workshop, teachers and related services professionals will learn up to three process-based art making techniques which foster social skills, encourage social-emotional learning, and encourage life skills. Exploration and learning will be inspired by techniques that nurture student engagement, reflection, and revision through an experimental approach. This workshop will highlight the meditative, healing, and learning […]
This one is for all the Marvel, DC, and manga fans! In this comics studio, participants learn the basics of comic storytelling – both written and visual – to bring a sequential story to life. A focus will be placed on learning character design to create a compelling and fun story! Participants will learn to […]
Do you love Pixar, Disney, or anything animated? Then this is the class for you! In this beginner’s animation course, students learn the basics of 2D animation using some of the 9 principles established by classic Disney animators. Through a series of projects, students learn how to bring their drawings – and their imaginations – […]
In this professional learning workshop educators will enhance their abilities, skills, and repertoire to create culturally inclusive learning environments through the exploration of “percussion of the world”. World percussion is a fundamental guiding principle that teaching artist Hector Morales calls “The Art Of Playing Together.” Because the percussion ensemble offers multiple opportunities for students to […]
This program is designed to equip music teachers with the skills to integrate mindfulness practices with music in their classrooms. The program emphasizes the importance of fostering emotional well-being, focus, and creativity among students through Musical Mindfulness. Teachers will gain hands-on experience with activities that blend music and mindfulness, inspiring them to adopt these practices […]
Historically general and instrumental music education in the United States has been influenced most by Western and European cultural traditions and art. This in-person two-part workshop will be a dynamic experience designed to help teachers, administrators, and music and instrumental instructors enhance music instruction from a student-centered, diverse, and culturally responsive lens. Educators will: Experience […]
This workshop introduces AI image generators and their potential to enhance creativity across subjects, including art, literacy, science, and math. Participants will explore various tools, engage in hands-on experimentation, and brainstorm classroom applications. They will gain firsthand experience with this technology and develop strategies for integrating it into their teaching practices. The session aligns with […]
Daryl Cobb will take the kids on a journey that is so much fun, that the kids won’t realize until it’s over, that the whole assembly was one giant writing class. “A Writer’s Journey” is filled with excitement. It is an amazing mix of music, storytelling and graphics all weaved together to teach children about […]
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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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