Throughout the month of May, we'll be honoring the rich artistic traditions of Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures through music, dance, and more!
EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Saturday May 13, 1:00pm CT · 4545 N. Lincoln Ave.
Veils and Tales with Radia Ali
This workshop is designed to introduce you to the joy and art of dancing with silk veils. Props are a great way to tell stories while we dance - and we will create mini routines in each session. Don’t worry, there is no prior experience needed and all are welcome!
REGISTER ▸Saturday May 20, 12:00pm CT · 4545 N. Lincoln Ave.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Family Jam and Song Share with Gloria Leung · Little Miss Ann
All are welcome to participate in this family oriented musical exchange focused on the Asian Diaspora. Old Town School teachers and community members, including teaching artists Gloria Leung, Little Miss Ann, and Anjali Julka, will share songs and dances that reflect their own cultural and musical roots.
REGISTER ▸Sunday May 21, 2:00pm CT · 4544 N. Lincoln Ave.
Introduction of Balinese Gamelan Angklung with Lydia Martin
Angklung is an orchestra of metallophones that is traditionally used to accompany funerals as a celebration of life in Bali, Indonesia. These four-note instruments are a perfect introduction to the world of gamelan music. You'll learn the interlocking melodies and communal nature of gamelan. Between slow gong cycles and shredding gangsa parts his ensemble has something for everyone.
REGISTER ▸Sunday May 21, 3:15pm CT · 4544 N. Lincoln Ave.
Balinese Monkey Chant Workshop with Lydia Martin
Kecak is based on an ancient a cappella style of singing in Bali. Monkey Chant is a wonderful blend of storytelling, dance, and rhythmic chanting. This workshop explores traditional rhythms and movements with contemporary narratives. Come act like a monkey as we learn the basics, get into our bodies, and create something bigger than ourselves.
REGISTER ▸Saturday May 27th, 10:00am CT · 4545 N. Lincoln Ave.
Samulnori Korean Drumming
Come and learn Samulnori, Korean drumming! Samulnori literally means "the play of four instruments." In this workshop, you'll learn how to play four Korean traditional percussion instruments, which are the kkwaenggwari (small gong), janggu (hourglass drum), buk (barrel drum), and jing (large gong). You'll learn how these drums are connected to nature, how to play the drums, how to speak the Korean drum language (called ipjangdan), and how to play a few traditional rhythms!
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