School Programs

School Arts Enrichment
Three School programs  that provide excellent programming for U.S. schools • 40 Years of Experience! • Folk music and dance residencies and assemblies, supporting the curriculum and meeting VAPA standards.

 

school barn dance by Evo Bluestein
Friday Night Barn Dance!

American Folk Dance Residency
Week-long community building dance classes that culminate in a Friday night barn dance.
Activities may include: Appalachian Clogging, African-American Ring Games Mexican/Early California Dances, Virginia Reel, Waltz, Circle Dances, New England Contra Dances, American Square Dances, English Country Dances. Students gain important social tools while developing spatial/motor skills,  getting a healthy workout, and having lots of fun. Read more

This program promotes social and emotional health. Connecting with people creates empathy.

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American Folk Music Assembly by Evo Bluestein
American Folk Concert Assembly

The American Folk Music Assembly
An intensive concert / lecture that brings American History and Culture to life. “I want to thank you on behalf of the students and staff. You are a community asset and benefactor for working on behalf of our youth. Thank you again for all the work and the good things you do.” Activities Director
“It was an excellent program musically and educationally. Fantastic, the kids loved you! “ Teacher, Cherry Avenue Middle School, Tulare, CA Read more

Folk Music Singing Residency with Autoharps
Folk Music Singing Residency with Autoharps

Music Week
A week of hands on learning with autoharps: chords, rhythm, singing, repertoire. Evo uses the autoharp to teach basic music principles. Students will quickly be accompanying their own singing with autoharp.
“That week was one of my favorite weeks. I will never forget this experience.
” …student comment
Evo is an acclaimed music teacher, autoharp designer and a member of the Autoharp Hall of Fame! Read more

“Play is really the work of childhood” Fred Rogers

Any school can be a school of the arts if you book the right programs! Questions? Contact Evo regarding folk music and dance residencies

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Evo Bluestein School Programs and Fine Instruments