TRAVELING TROUPE
The Swallow Hill Traveling Troupe is
an award winning multicultural program designed for elementary schools that uses
music to teach subjects including geography and history. The
program includes:
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An exciting full school
assembly, blending education and entertainment
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A packet of classroom
activities (with a CD) that support various Colorado Model
Content Standards
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Activities booklets for each
student
The Troupe performs
an inspiring variety of music from America and around the world.
Musical styles and traditions include Blues, Irish, Caribbean, Reggae,
Indian, Bluegrass, Appalachian, Australian, and much more. Children
are given an introduction to a vast array of folk instruments including
autoharp, guitar, fiddle, banjo, pennywhistle, dulcimer, steel drum,
bodhran, accordion and percussion from around the world.
Program Cost
$600-$1200 base + 10¢ per student
*Cost of the program varies if supplemental materials
are requested and also based on the number of artists performing in
the presentation (up to 4 performers max).
*Financial assistance may be available*
For more information regarding the
Traveling Troupe or any other Outreach programming through
Swallow Hill Music Association please contact Denise Bullard, by
phone (303-777-4394) or
denise@swallowhillmusic.org.
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