Field Trip Concerts @ Swallow Hill

Elementary school PTA parents, teachers, and homeschoolers - bring your students/kids to a special midweek educational concert here at Swallow Hill!

The concerts are appropriate for grades K-6, and will last approximately 45 minutes. For tickets call 303-777-1003 x 2. (For groups of 25 or more, please contact Denise at 303-777-4394 or denise@swallowhillmusic.org  as advanced reservations are required.) Ticket prices are $4 in advance, $5 day of show. Get your tickets early as shows may be cancelled due to low pre-show ticket sales.

**If you would like to custom schedule a show here at Swallow Hill for your school or day camp program to attend during the regular school year or during breaks (same ticket prices apply) please contact Denise at 303-777-4394 or denise@swallowhillmusic.org  (50 student minimum).**


 

2009-2010 Show Schedule

 

Irish Music and Dance – The Cultural Connection

Monday, March 8, 2010, 10 am
Deb Carstensen and Molly Bennett

Showcasing music, dance and clothing from the Irish tradition, this program will touch on the history of the dance and music and how it has influenced the culture and art in our country. Students will get to enjoy the exciting and soulful music from Ireland, including Deb Carstensen's fiery fiddle. Deb performs around Colorado and plays regularly for Irish and traditional American dances. Molly Bennett, the founder of the Bennett School of Irish Dance, will demonstrate Irish dancing, including jigs, reels and hornpipes. Molly also makes the beautifully ornate and intricate Irish dance dresses for competition and will bring examples of these to the performance.

 

Rhythm: A Multi-cultural Music Experience & More!

Friday, April 16, 2010, 10 am
Ed Contreras & Chad Johnson

This exciting assembly explores rhythm as it has come out of Africa through the Caribbean, Brazil and up through the Americas. Participants will see how various rhythms have contributed to today's popular sounds. Through lecture, demonstration and hands on participation, students will not only learn about rhythm, but will hopefully gain an appreciation for other cultures. Instruments include Djembe, Congas, Bongos, Caxixi, Cajon, Cuica, Bells and more!