Sweet Honey in the Rock’s Educational Program for students and educators
Fri., March 6, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
Mon., March 9, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
The College of St. Catherine
2004 Randolph Av.
St. Paul 55105
For tickets at $6.00 per person, educators may contact Arlana Vaughn at (612) 408-6781 or arlana@iluminadas.org
Sweet Honey in the Rock will present this participatory program designed to inspire, educate and empower young people through the power of song. The music is rooted in the African-American experience. It transcends any single culture with its messages of joy, love and respect for all creation in the cycle of life. A study guide for educators to prepare their students for this workshop is available here.
A list of participating schools is available here
Sponsored by Charter Oak Foundation
“Building a Vocal Community”
free workshop presented by Dr. Ysaye Barnwell of Sweet Honey in the Rock
Sat., March 7, at 10:30 a.m.
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
The Plaza
1501 Hennepin Av. S.
Minneapolis 55403
Barnwell will lead participants in learning in the oral tradition and singing rhythms, chants, traditional songs from Africa and the Diaspora, and songs from African American culture. She will also provide the historical, social and political context of the songs. Participants will be enriched by exploration of an African American worldview, the role of cultural and spiritual traditions and rituals, and the significance of a shared communal experience.
“Make Music Visible: Interpreting Music and More”
an ASL interpreters workshop presented by Shirley Childress Saxton, CODA and interpreter with Sweet Honey in the Rock
Sat., March 7, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Music Recital Hall
The College of St. Catherine
2004 Randolph Av.
St. Paul 55105
In this three-hour session, Childress Saxton will present strategies for interpreting music in ASL. Participants will learn how to prepare and translate the music, including abstract concepts, and how to interpret the music, including instrumental-only sections of songs.
For more information, contact Paula Gajewski Mickelson at (651) 690-6035
Sponsored by The College of St. Catherine ASL Student Club and ASL & Interpreting Department at the College of St Catherine
“Power of Song”
free workshop for deaf & hard of hearing students in grades 9 - 12
presented by Shirley Childress Saxton, CODA and interpreter with Sweet Honey in the Rock
Tues., March 10
Minnesota North Star Academy
1669 N. Arcade St.
St. Paul 55106
Childress Saxton, a certified interpreter, will explore the value of song, the cultural significance of many songs, and how deaf people can be inspired by song. Deaf students will learn to express themselves in new ways that increase their confidence and their appreciation of the arts.
For more information, contact Terri Ricci at
Sponsored by Travelers Insurance Arts and Diversity Employee Committee |
