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The RapOetry Workshop (middle)

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RapOetry Workshop

Available to Grade(s): 6 , 7 , 8
Art Form: Music	Curriculum Focus: Math English
Program Type: Grade Level Program	Integration Continuum Level: Alignment
# of Visits as a Grade Level Program: 1	Length of Visit (Grade Level Program): other
Length Info: 30 to 90 minutes per class (variable, based on schools needs and period lengths) 30 min to 3 hrs per live performance (variable, based on schools needs and period lengths. See description for minimum students to qualify for live performance)
Program Format: In-School Short Term Residency	Program Format Info: Schools may choose Performance, Workshop, or Residency, or combination as follows: 1 Day Residency minimum students: No 2-4 Day Residency minimum students: 60 Write & Record a Song with Students: 70 Solo Performance minimum students: No Perform with DJ or Band minimum: 100 NOTE: these rates are only available through Hartford Performs, enabling public schools to bring the RapOet for only 25% of his standard fees.
Availability: :) All year!	Location:
Cost Per Student: $10	Minimum # of Students Needed In Order to Book This Program: 0
Program Requires Prior Meeting: no	Meeting Method: Phone , Email , Other
Materials Arts Provider Provides: Provides: If the above materials are not provided by the school, the RapOet will gladly bring: Laptop, speakers, paper, and utensils :)
Materials School Provides: Lacking these materials will NOT prohibit the workshop, but having them is preferred: Smartboard with sound (or speakers for the Artist"s laptop), paper and pens/crayons for each student, ability to connect a USB drive to the computer with Smartboard.
Space and/or Set Up Requirements for Program: Flexible, but preferably a room where students are allowed to be somewhat louder than usual.
Program Learning Objective: I CAN describe how a classroom is similar to a performance space. I CAN write poetry. I CAN perform poetry. I CAN make connections between rap music and other content areas that I'm currently studying.
Program Description: A streamlined version of the critically acclaimed RapOetry Workshop involving 1 to 4 sessions per class (based on teacher's needs and number of students), and an OPTIONAL recording session or live performance for exceptional students. During creation of a collaborative performance piece (in the genre of Rap/Hip- Hop/Spoken Word poetry) students increase awareness of how rhythm (the use of repetition, tempo, and order) is used to enhance poetry, music, and even communication between students and teachers. - Part 1: Use a range of traditional and electronic sounds for composition. - Part 2: Compare spoken and written text, and then choose the words appropriate for their message. - Part 3: Revise word placement and stress to increase understanding of how poets alter meaning through figurative language, puns, and poetic license. - Part 4: Use vocal, facial, and physical performance cues. OPTION: At schools with more than 70 students participating, the host teacher may help select students who are ready to record. The RapOet will then guide selected students through a 90-120 minute recording session. OPTION: At schools with more than 100 students participating, the host teacher may choose to have the RapOet perform between 30 minutes to 3hrs, with his DJ and/or Live Band incorporating participation from students and staff!
Additional Notes: Thank You!
Parent Engagement Opportunities: The RapOetry Workshop has opportunities for caregivers to be involved as audience members for Solo and Live Band performances. As for workshops and residencies, 1 focused and considerate caregiver per each 12 students in the class may assist with photographing, videotaping, and of course... participating in fun activities!

Core & National Art Standards:

Grade 6

Grade 6: Reading Standards for Literature: Craft and Structure # 4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.

Grade 6: Language Standards: Knowledge of Language # 3: Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening. a. Vary sentence patterns for meaning, reader/listener interest, and style.* b. Maintain consistency in style and tone.*

Grade 6: Music: Creating Anchor Standard 3.1: Refine and complete artistic work. a Evaluate their own work, applying teacher-provided criteria such as application of selected elements of music, and use of sound sources.

Grade 6: Music: Performing Anchor Standard 4.3: Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation. a Perform a selected piece of music demonstrating how their interpretations of the elements of music and the expressive qualities (such as dynamics, tempo, timbre, articulation/style, and phrasing) convey intent.

Grade 7

Grade 7: Reading Standards for Literature: Craft and Structure # 4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of rhymes and other repetitions of sounds (e.g., alliteration) on a specific verse or stanza of a poem or section of a story or drama.

Grade 7: Language Standards: Knowledge of Language # 3: Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening. a. Choose language that expresses ideas precisely and concisely, recognizing and eliminating wordiness and redundancy.*

Grade 7: Music: Creating Anchor Standard 3.1: Refine and complete artistic work. a Evaluate their own work, applying selected criteria such as appropriate application of elements of music, including style, form, and use of sound sources.

Grade 7: Music: Performing Anchor Standard 4.3: Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation. a Perform contrasting pieces of music demonstrating their interpretations of the elements of music and expressive qualities (such as dynamics, tempo, timbre, articulation/style, and phrasing) convey intent .

Grade 8

Grade 8: Reading Standards for Literature: Craft and Structure # 4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.

Grade 8: Language Standards: Knowledge of Language # 3: Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening. a. Use verbs in the active and passive voice and in the conditional and subjunctive mood to achieve particular effects (e.g., emphasizing the actor or the action; expressing uncertainty or describing a state contrary to fact).

Grade 8: Music: Creating Anchor Standard 3.1: Refine and complete artistic work. a Evaluate their own work by selecting and applying criteria including appropriate application of compositional techniques, style, form, and use of sound sources.

Grade 8: Music: Performing Anchor Standard 4.3: Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation. a Perform contrasting pieces of music , demonstrating as well as explaining how the music"s intent is conveyed by their interpretations of the elements of music and expressive qualities (such as dynamics, tempo, timbre, articulation/style, and phrasing).

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