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Alive and Picking: The Living Tradition of American Folk Music

Program Categories
Music, Educational Programs

Audience Age
preK-grade 4

Description

Traditional and contemporary folk music featuring the music of the Appalachian mountains, from New England to the southern end of the range, with its origins in the traditional music of the British Isles. Lui accompanies herself on guitar and banjo and djembe. The banjo provides a focal point for discussion of how traditional music from various sources has been combined and shaped in our country. The banjo, a truly American instrument, originated in West Africa, and was developed into the instrument it is today in the southern Appalachian Mountains through the combined influence of the African, Scottish and Irish music and cultures. The program also touches on other influences, including Inuit, Hispanic, and Portuguese/Brazilian cultures and music.

Fee
$450. Negotiable, additional $100 if Lui provides sound system. Plus travel expenses.

Group Size
up to 100

Program Length
45-60 minutes

Last Modified
08/22/2006

Comments
Lui uses her songs and her scruffy black bear puppet Ursa as a bridge to the children and their lives. The songs tell stories and tie the concepts directly into the children's lives, making them fun and accessible. Many aspects of character education are touched upon. Diversity, respect for self, others and the Earth, and the importance of individual contribution are taught both within the songs and experientially.

Recent Library/School Appearances by Lui Collins

Leverett Library
Leverett, MA
 (413) 548-9220

Performer’s Contact Information

Lui Collins

Lui Collins
PO Box 4005
Ashfield, MA 01330
 (413) 628-0197
 lui@luicollins.com
 http://www.luicollins.com
Preferred Contact Method: Email

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