Didgeridoo Down Under: Awesome Educational Entertainment!

Didgeridoo Down Under: Awesome Educational Entertainment!

G’day! Didgeridoo Down Under is a leading K-12 educational entertainment company in the U.S. We specialize in weaving cultural arts, core curriculum, character building, motivational speaking and audience participation into interactive shows, workshops and residencies. Our program themes range from Australian cultural arts to science, literacy, character education and more. We offer both in-person and virtual programs.

Our programs include …
– DDU Show: Australian Music, Character Building & More! (K-9th)
– Adventures of the Wild Wolf: Unleash Your Inner Reader & Author! (K-5th)
– Protect the Planet: World Music, Earth Science & Ecological Entertainment! (K-9th)
– Aussie Funk Jam: Didgeridoo Workshop! (2nd-12th)
– Didgeridoo Make & Play Residency! (3rd-12th)

Since 2003, we’ve presented 9,000+ programs at schools and other venues nationwide, and we’re based in North Carolina. DDU performers Rob Thomas & Tanya Gerard have performed at schools and other venues throughout the U.S. for 20+ years and have produced music for numerous films, including the IMAX movie Sacred Planet. Tanya, who grew up in Australia, also has written a children’s book, The Adventures of the Wild, Wild Wolf.

More info about our school programs is available at www.didgedownunder.com.
Please view our promo videos at www.didgedownunder.com/gallery.

Proof of insurance available upon request. ASC does not hold current documentation.

EDUCATOR CONTACT INFO

darren@didgrevolution.com

https://www.didgedownunder.com

  14650 Bournemouth Rd., Tampa, FL 33626

Hillsborough

office 813-961-4656 / cell 813-833-8856

3 Aussie Funk Jam: Didgeridoo Workshop!

Program description

The Aussie Funk Jam is a totally interactive and hands-on workshop. Participants learn how to play the didgeridoo, including vocalizing and creating simple rhythms, with our beginner didges. The presenter also explains how to make and decorate a “didge” very inexpensively. Participants will be mesmerized, inspired and motivated as they enjoy a one-of-a kind multicultural music experience.

The Funk Jam works best as an accompaniment or follow-up to the DDU show. It’s also a great team-building event for teachers. Many schools book shows and workshops for the full experience. The Funk Jam is best for ages 7 and up, and groups of 50 or less.

Learn more about our K-12 programs at www.didgedownunder.com/schools.
Please view our promo videos at www.didgedownunder.com/gallery.

Booking / scheduling contact

Darren Liebman

   office 813-961-4656 / cell 813-833-8856

 darren@didgrevolution.com

Program detail
Artistic discipline: Music
Cultural Origin: Multicultural, Other
Program type: Professional Development, Workshop
Population served: Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Teachers
Subject: Music, Science, Social Studies / History, Visual Arts
Bilingual: No
Available dates:

We are available in Mecklenburg County during most months. Contact Darren for specific dates.

Available times:

We are usually available morning, afternoon and evening. Contact Darren for specific times.

Length of program: 45-60 minutes
Space / technical requirements:

The performer will need two tables and about 10 feet of clearance in front of tables.

Location(s):

DDU performer Rob Thomas lives in North Carolina and performs year-round at K-12 schools, libraries, festivals and other venues throughout the U.S.

Fees / Ticketing:

** Discounts available for multiple programs on the same day – ask for details! **

Aussie Funk Jam: Didgeridoo Workshop!
in person w/ 1 performer $400 … prerecorded w/ 2-week access $300 … live virtual (inc. Q&A) $350 … live virtual (inc. Q&A) + video for 2 weeks $400 … in person must be booked same day as show(s)

DDU Show: Australian Music, Character Building & More!
in person w/ 1 performer $750 … in person w/ 2 performers $1200 … prerecorded w/ 2-week access $500 … live virtual (inc. Q&A) $600 … live virtual (inc. Q&A) + video for 2 weeks $700

Protect the Planet: World Music, Earth Science & Ecological Entertainment!
in person w/ 1 performer $850 … in person w/ 2 performers $1300 … prerecorded w/ 2-week access $500 … live virtual (inc. Q&A) $600 … live virtual (inc. Q&A) + video for 2 weeks $700

Adventures of the Wild Wolf: Unleash Your Inner Reader & Author! (virtual only)
prerecorded w/ 2-week access $500 … live virtual (inc. Q&A) $600 … live virtual (inc. Q&A) + video for 2 weeks $700

Didgeridoo Make & Play Residency (in person only)
1 performer: 2 days $3000; 3 days $4000; 4 days $5000; 5 days $6000

EDUCATION STANDARDS

NC Standard Course of Study:

1) We promote literacy and reading by displaying a 2-foot X 3-foot vocabulary list during our programs. Our K-5 list includes Aboriginal, Australia, Didgeridoo, Diversity, Environment, Equator, Eucalyptus, Extinct, Indigenous, Island, Mammal, Marsupial, Oceania, and X-Ray Art. Our 6th-12th list includes Aboriginal, Australia, Didgeridoo, Diversity, Environment, Eucalyptus, Genocide, Indigenous, Marsupial, Monotreme, Oceania, Onomatopoeia, Sacred, and X-Ray Art. During the show, the performer slowly says each word and has the audience repeat them back to him, which reinforces phonics, spelling and word recognition. This program helps students interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings; and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone. (R4)

2) We use maps to reinforce the meaning and application of certain words, such as Australia and Oceania. If a vocabulary word defines a tangible object used during the show (such as didgeridoo, eucalyptus or x-ray art), the performer points to that item while explaining the term. This program teaches students to integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (SL2)

3) For our grand finale, participants integrate everything they’ve learned to create a group jam session. This program encourages students to Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats, including quantitatively, as well as in words. (R7)

NC Essential Standards:

1) We teach how to play the didgeridoo, including droning, vocalizing, tonguing, imitating sounds of nature, and playing basic rhythms. This program teaches students how to apply the elements of music and music techniques in order to sing and play music with accuracy and expression. (2.ML.1)

2) We talk about the didgeridoo and its connection to the Aboriginal people, who have been playing it for at least 1500 years. This program helps students understand global, interdisciplinary, and 21st century connections with music. (6.CR.1)

3) We teach about various styles of Aboriginal artwork, including ancient X-ray art and modern dot art, which is displayed on our didgeridoos and art panels. This program helps students understand the global, historical, societal, and cultural contexts of the visual arts. (7.CX.1)

4) We demonstrate how students can reduce, reuse and recycle by turning a cardboard tube or PVC pipe into a simple didgeridoo. The performer also plays a didgeridoo made from recycled blue jeans. This program encourages students to evaluate human behaviors in terms of how likely they are to ensure the ability to live sustainably on Earth. (EEn.2.8)

Qualifications

Conducts educational programming for 2 or more years: Yes
Performs criminal background checks on staff with youth contact: Yes
Maintains general liability insurance (Individuals and organizations listed in this Directory can provide proof of insurance upon request. ASC does not hold copies of current documentation for providers): Yes
Three letters of recommendation / references available: Yes
Provides study guides for teachers and or students: Yes
Connects to State and or Common Core Curriculum Standards: Yes
Provides tools to assess student learning (workshops and residencies): Yes
Provides scholarship and reduced fees: Yes
Conducts ongoing assessments of program quality: Yes
Cancellation Policy

If a school cancels less than 45 days before the program date and does not reschedule or switch to another option (ex. in person to virtual), the cancellation fee will be 50% of the total booking price.