Hands-On and Interactive Workshops!!! |
Recycled Rhythm |
Tin-Can Dulcimer |
Build-A-Monster |
Box Banjo |
"Black Jack Davy" played on a box, toothpicks for frets, instrument Mike builds in youth workshops. |
"I Wish I Was a Mole in the Ground" played on a box, toothpicks for frets, instrument Mike builds in youth workshops. |
This workshop is excellent for age 8 and up kids (and adults!), best for the 'tweens! The participants will build a functional musical instrument! This is a 60-90 minute project. |
This workshop is excellent for age 7-12 year olds. The participants will build a functional musical instrument! Mike begins by showing and playing many instruments made of recycled items as well as common items not usually seen as musical instruments. It is a 60 minute project. |
The Shaker |
The easiest workshop. A demonstration of musical instruments beginning with a horse’s jawbone and ending with a modern guitar. Mike walks through the development of folk instruments discussing and demonstrating what our ancestors used to make music. Then, using easily acquired materials, Mike leads the students through the process of making a shaker. There are several possibilities here ranging from the water bottle to stick-and-bottle cap variety. All ages, as long as an adult is with the 6 or 7-and-under child. 45-60 minute program |
The "Build-a-Monster" workshop combines storytelling, creative writing, and art. Great for 'tweens! The workshop is typically for age 8+. Limited to 20 participants. |
LA in 1986!! |