2009-2010 Catalog of Programs - Urban Gateways

The Largest African Empire Revealed w/ AyodeleAll agesAvailability: M–FThe music, dance, and stories of West Africa are shared with students through thisenergetic performance of ancient traditions, masquerade, and native instrumentation.The Sounds of Time ft. BAM! (through Chicago Human Rhythm Project)All agesAvailability: M—FStudents witness award-winning choreography as this tap ensemble demonstrates,explains, and engages students in the evolution of American tap dance from Broadway to“Bring in ‘da Noise, Bring in ‘da Funk.”Sassy Brass w/ The Chamber Brass Players QuintetAll agesAvailability: M/Tu/ThThis brass quintet uses exciting and familiar songsto introduce students to classical, jazz and popularmusic over the centuries. Students learn about eachmember of the brass family as they participate ininstrument demonstrations.The Puppet Place: The Wonderful World of PuppetsPreschool–5th Availability: M–FBy exploring the historical and cultural uses of puppets, this entertaining and educationalshow demonstrates the four major puppet groups (hand, shadow, rod, and string ormarionette) by using each one in a story from its culture of origin.www.urbangateways.org/programs/performances17