Roots of Rhythm - Upcoming Workshops

2010 Trainer and Introduction Workshops

March 19-20, 21, 2010 Phoenix, Arizona - Arizona State University Music Department

Two workshops over one weekend offering instruction and resources in this ground-breaking multi-disciplinary, world drumming curriculum as follows:

Trainer Workshop for those who would like to become certified to teach teachers
Introduction Workshop for those who would like to begin using the curriculum

Led by Roots of Rhythm author and master trainer Dr. Craig Woodson, attendees will receive FREE admission along with FREE educational materials. Each workshop is limited to 20 attendees, so register as soon as possible. There is a small supply fee for each workshop (below).

Workshops - Location, Dates and Times:

Arizona State University Music Department

*Trainer Workshop in Phoenix
Friday, March 19, 2010 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM and
Saturday, March 20, 2010 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

*Introduction Workshop in Phoenix
Sunday, March 21, 2010 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

* * There is a $25.00 supply fee for the Friday-Saturday workshop and a $15.00 fee for the one day Sunday workshop. If you would like to go the entire weekend, the supply fee will be discounted to $35.00. Please pay in advance by check or money order made out to Percussion Marketing Council/PMC and sent to:

Percussion Marketing Council
Dustman and Associates
P.O. Box 33252
Cleveland, Ohio 44133

NOTE: If registering too late to mail, bring this payment at the time of check-in with a check made out to the Percussion Marketing Council. If necessary we will take cash at that time, but no credit cards and we will give you a cash receipt.

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NOTE: After registering, send the supply fee to the PMC address as requested above. Dr. Woodson will confirm your registration when payment is received.

(click here to download flyers)

TRAINER WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

This 11-hour ROR Trainer Workshop is intended for those interested in teaching other classroom teachers about the Roots of Rhythm curriculum. The workshop covers the fundamentals of ROR content, music making and instrument building as well as suggestions on how to connect with local teachers, music dealers and media. Attendees will receive a complete set of ROR materials for teaching teachers.

Trainer Workshop includes at no charge:

Eleven hours of instruction and Trainer Certification by Dr. Craig Woodson
Hands-On Drumming & Instrument Building *
ROR Complete Teacher's Guide with 16 lessons and student activity Funsheets
ROR Teacher Training Manual & CD
ROR Classroom Connections to academic content standards
ROR Recommended Reading Supplements on literary resource for ROR chapters
ROR authentic music and play-along CDs
A light dinner is provided Friday
A light breakfast is provided Saturday

* Except there is a small materials fee

Suggested Trainer Qualifications, at least 2 of the following:

Classroom music teacher
Beginning hand and/or stick percussion skills..
Some experience facilitating drum circles.
Experience in organizing and promoting local music education events.
Taught group or individual keyboard or guitar lessons/programs
Completed an ROR workshop through the International House of Blues Foundation.
Completed a weeklong ROR summer seminar with Dr. Woodson.
Taught ROR in their classroom for one year.
Some experience building simple musical instruments.

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NOTE: After registering, send the supply fee to the PMC address as requested above. Dr. Woodson will confirm your registration when payment is received.

INTRODUCTION WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

The 6-hour ROR Introduction Workshop is recommended for all K-12 music and general classroom teachers. It provides an overview of the Root of Rhythm approach to teaching music and core subjects such as math, science, social studies and language arts during the process of introducing world drumming and cultures into classroom content. Instruction includes sample lessons, instrument making and music making.

Introduction Workshop includes at no charge:

Six hours of instruction by Dr. Craig Woodson
Hands-on drumming and instrument building*
ROR Teacher's Guide with ten lessons
ROR authentic music and play-along CD
A light breakfast is provided

* Except there is a small materials fee

Suggested Teacher Qualifications: None

Click Here to Register

NOTE: After registering, send the supply fee to the PMC address as requested above. Dr. Woodson will confirm your registration when payment is received.

Contacts:
Dr. Craig Woodson, Director, Roots of Rhythm, master trainer ROR
440-725-8767
woodsons@roadrunner.com
www.RootsofRhythm.net
www.EthnomusicInc.com

Professional Development and College Credit:
In-service credit may be available through local school districts
One college credit is available through Ashland University, Ashland, Ohio.

Sponsored by:
The Percussion Marketing Council
NAMM

Local support provided by:
For Phoenix: AZRhythmConnection

Hotels in Phoenix Area

Bring to the workshop:
If you like bring a favorite drum (djembe, conga, etc.), one or two show and tell percussion instruments, a drum that might need minor fixing for Dr. Woodson's recommendations, and a box (2 cubic feet) for taking home instruments you will make during the workshop. Since some work will be done on the floor, wear appropriate clothing.

International House of Blues Foundation (IHOBF) The International House of Blues Foundation presents Roots of Rhythm Teacher Workshops under the Cultural Journeys program. For more information, click here.
For information on Roots of Rhythm Teacher Workshops presented by the International House of Blues Foundation, click here.