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"In my 20 years as teacher and administrator, this was one of the best assemblies I've ever seen." Reed Gabhart, St. Francis School, KY
Marimbamania! is a culturally-based musical performance presenting music and marimbas from around the world. Virtuoso marimbist David Hall brings 20 years of experience to this unique educational program. Musical selections from South America, Mexico, Africa, Japan, Germany, and the USA are performed on authentic marimbas and vintage xylophones. Audiences interact through singing, dancing, rhythmic clapping and a Q & A session.
"The students were captivated by the amazing instruments and his energy and enthusiasm. We highly recommend this show! " Forest Hills Public Schools, MI
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Marimbaman David Hall enjoys sharing his passion for the marimba with audiences both young and old! He performs on four unique mallet instruments- the Mexican Marimba, African Balafon, 1920's Xylophone, and modern Marimba- as well as a Japanese Taiko drum and African Djembe. Musical styles range from Ragtime to Classical, and Brazilian to Baroque. Different costumes are worn for each separate musical style/culture presented. Students are actively involved throughout the program- singing, drumming and using shakers during the African song, dancing with Sombreros in the Mexican Hat Dance, rhythmically clapping and vocalising in the Japanese piece, and asking great questions during the Q & A session!
"I especially enjoyed the way you included songs and costumes from cultures around the world. It was extremely entertaining and interactive" West Side Christian School, MI
Program Goals:
- Broaden students awareness of the musical styles in other cultures
- Relate the language, form, style, and discipline of music to core school subjects
- Increase awareness of these global instruments while providing a completely new experience for the students
- Encourage and inspire students to learn a musical instrument
- And, of course, have a great time making music together!
"His presentation sparked the interest of future musicians" Ada Elementary, MI
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Program Details:
Grade Levels: K-6
Audience Size: single classroom, entire grade, up to full school assemblies (ideally, dividing lower and upper elementary into two shows is best)
Program Length: 45min
Set-up/Strike Time: 45min/20min
Staging requirements: 20' x20' floor space, one 6ft table, access to electric outlet
Pricing:
$450-850 depending on the number of shows (Multiple shows/schools discount available)
Travel Fee (Gas/Tolls) may apply
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