Fine Arts Council Conference 2025: Arts Unleashed

This session is "Frozen". Attendees will be added to this session by the conference admin after it has been registered and paid for in your initial registration. If you have paid for this session and do not have it on your "My Schedule", please email webmanager@fineartsata.ca.
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In this hands-on session, watch Darren work with local high school students as he guides them through this gospel music workshop. The session will be followed by a Q&A opportunity.

Gospel music has rich cultural roots in African American history and has influenced several popular music genres. This workshop will engage students in learning a gospel song through rote learning, the development of aural musicianship skills and the application of gospel music vocal nuances and performance practices. Participants will leave the session with a greater understanding of the role that gospel music plays in influencing other popular music genres and in promoting messages of hope, perseverance and resilience. Come prepared to sing!

1:00-2:30 - Student Workshop
2:30-2:45 - Break
2:45-3:15 - Teacher Q & A

NOTE: This session will be held off-site at a local high school. Delegates who have paid for this session will have it automatically added to their Sched. The address for the session's location will be sent out to those who have paid for the session in advance of the conference.

In this workshop, we will explore the culture of the Philippines and how elementary educators can apply these teachings in a musical classroom. As first-generation Filipino-Canadians, we understand the importance of inclusivity and diversity in the curriculum. We have seen and experienced the positive impact representation has on all students. From a Kodaly and Orff lens, we will share Filipino folk music, games, dances, and additional resources that have been successful and meaningful in the classroom. We hope to provide the knowledge and confidence for teachers to share Filipino music and culture with their students.

Gospel music has rich cultural roots in African American history and has influenced several popular music genres. This workshop will provide practical strategies for engaging students and choristers in rote learning, aural musicianship development, and gospel music performance practices. Stylistic nuances and considerations for repertoire selection will also be discussed. Come prepared to sing!

The session will explore how all subject educators can incorporate music by Canadian hip-hop artists in their classrooms using a free MusiCounts Learn/Advance resource. Interdisciplinary teaching tools, lesson plans and activities will be discussed so educators can broaden their students' understanding of Canadian hip-hop music and social justice themes. These lessons are designed for students in Grades 7-12.

Join Métis music educators Nicole Schutz and Tenielle Bennett of MétisVoicesEd for an engaging, hands-on session that celebrates Métis culture through singing, dance, and storytelling. Experience the joy of a traditional Métis kitchen party as we explore fiddle tunes, songs, jigging, musical spoons, and oral traditions that bring history to life. This interactive workshop provides educators with practical ways to integrate Métis music and movement into their classrooms while honoring cultural traditions and perspectives. Come ready to sing, play, and move!