Music
FUN WITH THE BLUES
“The performance was excellent – informative and fun at the same time! The best part was it reached all of the age groups. I will recommend them to other schools!”
— TEACHER, TORONTO
The History of the Blues
Grades:
K-6, 7-8, 9-12
Audience Maximum:
350
Price per performance:
$900 + gst
The Blues Berries are based in Vancouver, BC and have performed before hundreds of young audiences in schools and community venues across North America for over eight years. They have received three nominations for West Coast Music Awards for their CDs “Little People Music”, “Funky Blue Diner”, and “Let’s Jam”.
The History of the Blues guides the audience through a history of popular music from the beginnings of slavery to the current musical scene. While their song lyrics reflect subjects relevant to the lives of young people such as learning the alphabet and riding bicycles, The Blues Berries’ instrumentation reflects the period of the music with call and response, a washtub band, or an electric combo.
The History of the Blues guides the audience through a history of popular music from the beginnings of slavery to the current musical scene. While their song lyrics reflect subjects relevant to the lives of young people such as learning the alphabet and riding bicycles, The Blues Berries’ instrumentation reflects the period of the music with call and response, a washtub band, or an electric combo.
- Presentations are adapted for the age and grade of the audience.
Curriculum Focus & Expectations
Themes:
- Style and instruments of the blues, music as an expression of personal and social condition, how music changes with the times
Expectations:
- Recognize and explain the effects of different musical choices
- Identify music and stories from a variety of cultures
- Demonstrate an understanding of the basic elements of music through listening to, performing and creating music
Tour Availability:
- January 21-February 16, 2009
Technical Requirements:
- Large open area or stage