Box Cat Music - Residency Artist
About Box Cat: Box Cat Music is a songwriting duo made up of Rob, a self-taught guitarist, pianist and songwriter; and Elise, a classically trained cellist, who also sings and plays percussion. Together, they create customized songs for a wide variety of occasions. The ensemble will help students use fundamental music concepts to tell a story through song. All Box Cat Music concerts include a live songwriting experience for students, reflecting their ideas and input.
Program Description: Students will discover the art of songwriting through active participation in the process. Along the way, students will learn about genre, timbre, major/minor keys, and how to collaborate to write a song. By the end of the residency, students will have collectively written an original song.
Supporting Materials Packet: Download here.
Teacher testimonials
This program is quite literally a treasure.— Choir Director, St. Paul
Our students rarely get to see professional musicians perform. It is such a benefit to music in our schools when they get this experience.— Band Teacher, Little Falls
Thank you SO much for what you all do. The lessons and videos that you post are great. The flexibility and consistency of this program has been wonderful. I will always sing its praises!— Music Teacher, Blaine
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This activity is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment’s Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
