WRITING TO THE RHYTHM with Raquel Rivera
We all have an ear for good writing. In this workshop students explore the underlying rhythms of language, while gaining confidence in their innate ability to express themselves with words—written and spoken. We explore published writings and spoken word by youth, listen to Inuit ajaja songs, sound poetry, and other poem-songs. Students will use percussion techniques to launch written and spoken works of their own. In the end, students will have a new understanding of their own literary skills, for empowerment in all forms of written and spoken self-expression.
Themes:
The workshop provides an opportunity for discussion about belonging in Quebec as a member of the BIPOC community
The workshop provides an opportunity for discussion about belonging in Quebec as a member of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
Materials: Pen/pencil, paper, internet access (music player and speaker provided by Raquel Rivera)
Grade Levels: Secondary Grades 7-11, special education programming and Montreal Outreach schools
Artist Profile: Raquel Rivera
Email: raquel@sitedish.com
Phone: 514-655-2333
Resides in: English Montreal School Board
