MUSIC WORKSHOPS IN SCHOOLS
Through their work touring with the British Council around the world Maroon Town have developed workshops which have been delivered to a variety of participants including pupils in schools as well as young adults from many diverse backgrounds.
They have also gained substantial experience performing to schoolchildren in many countries and from many cultures ranging from Kazakhstan, Canada, Ukraine, Barbados and more. They have also worked with students in danger of permanent exclusion from their south London school. The objectives of their workshops are to create a fun, spontaneous environment where participants can express themselves and participate in creating music. The keywords are fun and spontaneity because Maroon Town believe that these elements underpin creativity, co-operation and self-expression, the doors to music creation and the divine.
The workshops also include insights into the development of ska, reggae, rap and hip-hop, their influence on contemporary British music as well as illustrations of how each instrument fits within the group. Participants get a thorough understanding of the social, political, historical and cultural forces that shaped Jamaican music as well as a practical experience of playing the music.
Every workshop is tailored to specifically reflect the dynamics of the group being taught.Participants' ages, numbers, abilities and backgrounds vary greatly from group to group as does the equipment and space available for workshops.
Maroon Town workshops can be devised to cater for: A Level; Adult Education; GCSE: KS1 - Infants (age 5-7); KS2 - Juniors (age 7-11); KS3 (age 11-14); KS4 (age 14-16); Sixth Form; Young people who are refugees or asylum seekers; Reggae now appears on the GCSE syllabus.
The group were particularly proud to deliver a hands-on workshop to the Music Masters and Mistresses Association annual conference at Aiglon College in Switzerland on the evolution, philosophy, background and techniques of reggae music. They often combine music workshops and live performances within the same day, with morning sessions for workshops followed by an afternoon performance for the entire school.
"Thank you for the inspirational day of performances and workshops! I know that it was a valid learning experience for pupils and even inspired the staff to participate enthusiastically." Woodlands Junior School.
Maroon Town workshops are a fun, spontaneous space where pupils can express themselves and participate in creating music and thrill in their own creativity, co-operation and self-expression.
- Professional 9 piece multicultural band
- Experienced working with diverse groups
- Breakout ska, rap, reggae and dub music
- Engaging and informative workshops
- Flexible workshop design & delivery
- Can combine workshops & performance
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"Brilliant and inspiring!"
Kingston Grammar School
"Maroon Town provided truly stimulating and interactive music sessions for groups of primary school children at the Community Learning Centre (supporting BA/Unicef days teaching children about the history and culture of Jamaica). A fabulous group of people to work with! The children were inspired and engaged throughout, they experienced a range of music styles and activities. Feedback from children and accompanying staff was excellent, the centre was buzzing and we all went home singing! We will certainly be working with them again." Lindsay Hurrell, Education Officer Unicef UK
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