Beverly Botsford

Beverly Botsford is a cross-cultural percussionist and educator; blending music, movement, and spoken word in solo and ensemble presentations. Embracing drumming traditions and inspirations of Africa, Cuba, South America and her native North Carolina, she weaves colorful rhythmic tapestries with

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“Drum Talk” is a workshop for students using rhythm, drums, percussion, movement and language to explore culture, character and curriculum.

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“Drum Talk” is a workshop for students using rhythm, drums, percussion, movement and language to explore culture, character and curriculum.

Beverly guides students on a hands-on music journey, learning basic techniques of drumming from Africa and Latin America. Using the rhythm of words and language, participants will learn some of the building blocks of music- steady beat, groove, phrasing, call and response, dynamics and improvisation. A variety of hand percussion and colors add diversity and Carolina spice; blending ancient traditions with contemporary creativity.

Students will create a multi-layered, language-based, rhythm orchestra, experiencing the rewards of listening and teamwork in ensemble.

Learning about culture and character are at the core of the drumming experience. The “Drum Talk” workshop is also designed to support specific, grade-appropriate curriculum and is tailored for the needs of specific grade levels and curriculum.

“Drum Talk”- SS & ELA can focus on social studies and/or language arts; celebrating cultural connections and building rhythms with poetry, proverbs and text from folktales.

“Drum Talk”- STEM incorporates elements of the science of sound and/or math.

Ex…. science of sound integration for 2nd grade, poetry/ language arts integration for 4th graders, math connections K-8: exploring structure and patterns, fractions, and geometry, Africa and African Diaspora focus for 7th grade. February programs celebrate Black History Month, and can focus on drums and music and cultures of Africa and the Americas. October programs can focus on Latin American music and culture connections.

WHY DRUMS? WHY MUSIC? Music reflects life.

Playing in a drum or music ensemble requires concentration, teamwork, discipline, finely- tuned listening skills, as well as self-expression. Drums and music teach us the importance of diversity and community where every individual’s part is important to make the whole complete. They teach us humility, passion and patience. They require multi-tasking; engaging both sides of the brain as well as the heart and spirit. Drums can build self-esteem, relieve stress and sometimes provide a much-needed voice for kids who learn in different ways.

Students will know basic percussion skills required to play in a rhythm ensemble and will have a deeper understanding of rhythm and pattern in music, speech and across the curriculum.

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Beverly Botsford

919 824-3821

beverly.botsford@gmail.com

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Program Detail

Program type: Residency, Workshop

Artistic Discipline: Dance, Multi-discipline, Music, Theater

Cultural Origin: American, Latino, Multicultural

Subject: Language Arts, Music, Social Studies / History

Population served: Grade 1, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 9, Kindergarten, Pre-K

Bilingual: No

Available dates:

Flexible

Available times:

Flexible

Max number of students: 60

Length of program: Flexible- 60 to 90 minutes

Space / technical requirements:

Room large enough for students to sit in 2 circles and play instruments; Chair for each participant plus 6 extras; 2 large tables; CD player; Whiteboard or bulletin board. Will need close access for loading and unloading equipment, and help with unloading and set up, if possible. Access to the room at least 30 minutes before the session.

Location(s):

Flexible- see tech requirements

Fees / Ticketing:

$400- For one Workshop. $300-Per Workshop, same site/ same day. $200-Per Workshop w/performance. Fees are NEGOTIABLE.

EDUCATION STANDARDS

NC Standard Course of Study:

SL2 (specifically K-8): Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally.

L3 (specifically grades 2-8): Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening.

NC Essential Standards:

From the Arts Education, Music Standards K-8:

Music Literacy K-8:

ML.1 Apply the elements of music and musical techniques in order to sing and play music with accuracy and expression.

ML.3 Create music using a variety of sound and notational sources.

Contextual Relevancy K-8:

CR.1 Understand global, interdisciplinary, and 21st century connections with music.

**** These music standards are the same across multiple grade levels. There are connecting objectives in each of these categories for multiple grades.

From the Social Studies K-8 Standards:

Culture K-8.C.1 – Understand and compare cultural expressions and diversity.

Qualifications

Conducts educational programming for 2 or more years: Yes

Performs criminal background checks on staff with youth contact: 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

References

Please see references under Dancing Drums

Cancellation Policy

Flexible

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