Schools and Youth Organisations

Interactive Performances for Schools

Your school group will experience:

*Body Percussion and Flamenco moves
*Flamenco and funky drumming on the cajon
(aka beat-box or box-drum)
*Hip hop spoken word
*VAK approaches to rhythm
*A multi-layered interactive finale.

Who is the performance for?

*Students from Years K - 12 (we tailor the content for your groups)

How many students can attend?

*Groups of up to 200 students per session

How can I incorporate this into my teaching program?

*Ready-to-go teaching resources for use both before and after our visit are provided in our 10 page document packed with exercises and ideas.
*Relevant to Music, Dance, English, PDHPE, and even Maths Syllabus Aims
*Hip Hop Duende can also be incorporated into broader school projects (e.g. Fitness and Mental Health Programs, Eisteddfods, School Concerts, Harmony Day, Youth Week).

Hip Hop Duende achieved authorisation through the Performances for Schools Program, managed by the Department of Education & Training (now defunct).

Interactive Performance Testimonials: Teachers

"An exciting and engaging performance that the students could really relate to. It targeted syllabus outcomes for, not only music, but all creative arts, as well as language and PDHPE. It was amazing to see such a large group participating so well." - Lynne Emslie, Teacher, Gymea Bay Public School

"We were thrilled with your professionalism, and your positive interactions with the boys. You gave the boys a new outlook and way to express themselves. You were the key to unlocking the magic within!" - Ann Dunbar, Teacher, Putland ETU

"An exciting and engaging performance that the students could really relate to...It was amazing to see such a large group participating so well." Lynne Emslie, Teacher, Gymea Bay Public School

"Loved the performance, and the focus on rhythm, It appealed so much to the kids, especially the boys. You guys have street cred!" Sally Dare, Teacher, Katoomba Public School

"Loved the presentation, pace, friendliness and explanations. A great start to our Performing Arts Expo." Rowena McCabe, Teacher, Northmead High

What the Students Say

"I think it was an excellent performance, very entertaining, and I am glad to have this opportunity to understand movement, rhythm and how they sound so good together." - Ashley, Homebush West, Grade 5

"One of the most fun classes of my life. I learnt a lot about percussion." - Rebecca, MLC, Grade 8

"I liked doing all the beats on the body. I learnt lots of different rhythms that I have never heard before. It was GREAT!" Ashley, Gymea Bay Public, Grade 5

NEW Workshops for Schools

Hip Hop Duende also offer:

*Student Workshops for a personalised experience of the Hip Hop Duende program.

You may wish to book workshops immediately after the Interactive Performance, or for down the track, after some of our suggested activities.

*Professional Development Workshops for Teachers

*Fun team-building workshops for School Staff

Workshops Testimonials

A Teacher Says:

"They were really engaged and enjoyed the practical workshops, the children really responded well to the hip hop performance. The drums are lovely and bright and appeal to the children - I even learnt new concepts." - Julie Lewis, Songroom School Holiday Program at Riverstone Primary School(2008)

School Holiday Program Interactive Performances & Workshops

Hip Hop Duende are able to cater their Interactive Performances and Workshops to perfectly completement your School Holiday Program. We love connecting with children and making their holidays infused with the excitement of rhythm and movement. Perhaps your children or young people would like to write a school holiday rap? Come up onstage and drum a flamenco rhythm with us? Learn some simple flamenco moves and cry Ole!

School Holiday Program Testimonials

"The kids really responded well. Bright, smiles and the kids really came out of their shells and shined. It was amazing. The time flew by and the kids were absorbed for the entire time. The body percussion and drumming were perfectly aimed at and suited the ages of the kids. I thought it was a fantastic activity and such fun."

Katie Everett, School Holiday Program Worker, Sydney South West Area Mental Health Service