Sing, Snap & Tap: Early American History with the Mountain Dulcimer
Erin Mae takes students on a journey through early American history using song, story, and the mountain dulcimer. She teaches about the Appalachian origins of the instrument, along with history of American folk music and people. Students will be engaged with interactive sing-alongs, simple songwriting, and movement through play-party games and body percussion. Program can be geared to highlight specific historical events or places to reinforce teachers’ curriculum goals.
Program Details
Program Category
History / Social Studies | Music | Program | Virtual Programs
Appropriate for ages: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Monday-Friday
Workshop
Artist
Erin Mae Lewis
Erin is making waves in the music world as a highly skilled and qualified mountain dulcimer player. At the age of 17 she was the 2004 National Mountain dulcimer Champion. She has been performing since the age of 10 and is a member of the national touring groups Scenic Roots and S.E.A.
As a teaching artist, Erin Mae presents timeless traditional American songs on an American folk instrument to help students grasp history, social studies, language arts, and music concepts. Students will be challenged to think creatively as they engage in conversation and movement centered around singing with the mountain dulcimer.
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