LORENA GARAY: Classical, Spanish and Latin Guitarist

SURCARI: Latin American, Andean, Afro-Caribbean, Spanish, and world music on over forty musical instruments.

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“The younger children had a great time dancing to the swinging rhythms of Trio Surcari. The rhythms of this incredible band helped to lift everyone’s spirits and brighten the day!” – Adoption Resource Center of Connecticut

For THE PATRIOT-NEWS, Learning & Living, Pages D1 & D8. July 3, 2001, Harrisburg, PA. "Music is a universal language, but sometimes it takes a decidedly Latin beat. That's what happens when the children in the Summer Arts Camp of Danzante Academy of Dance and Arts pick up musical instruments. With the help of concert guitarist Lorena Garay, a native of Puerto Rico, the children learn the rudiments of classical guitar, congas, maracas and any of a number of Latin percussion instruments." (FRAGMENT)
For THE PATRIOT-NEWS, Learning & Living, Pages D1 & D8. July 3, 2001, Harrisburg, PA.
 

SCHOOL ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS

Lorena Garay and SURCARI would be pleased to bring their musical program to your educational institution. This colorful program will provide students with an opportunity to actively participate with the musicians during the presentation.

For many years, Lorena, Eugenio, and Tany have been directing a series of workshops and seminars - for groups ranking from elementary school through college level - in the United States, South America, and Europe. 

Their school presentations are fun, engaging ways to experience the irresistible beat of Latin music and learn about the Spanish Caribbean, the Andes, Spain, México, and the countries of Central and South America. 

Children and adults love it when they bring their extensive collection of musical instruments and unusual sound effects that imitate the sounds of the rainforest.

AVAILABLE FORMATS

1. Assembly (Auditorium Setting / 1hr): A presentation of a variety of rhythms and instruments from various Spanish-speaking countries.

2. Workshop (Classroom Setting / 45min): An inter-active, hands-on program of Latin music. 

3. Residency (Flexible): A five-day program designed for all grade levels.

AGE GROUP

(Grades K-3, 4-6, 7-8, 9-12, and College Level)

PROGRAM CONTENTS

1. Origins of Latin American music.

2. Musical traditions, culture and folklore of various Spanish-speaking countries.

3. Demonstration of a wide array of traditional instruments; including wind, string, and Latin percussion instruments.

4. Instrumental music from the Spanish Caribbean, the Andes, Spain, México, and the countries of Central and South America.

5. Traditional and folkloric songs sung in Spanish with English translations. Songs are presented using authentic instruments. Songs are selected according to the age group of the students.

6. Recreation of sounds of the Amazon rainforest.

7. Craftsmanship of Andean instruments. (Only during residencies.)

SPECIAL REQUESTS

"We love working with classroom teachers. Each program can be customized to fit your objectives. We take advance requests!"

SURCARI Instrumentation
SURCARI Instrumentation
 
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SOUNDS OF THE RAINFOREST, Trio Surcari, Pocono Mountain School District, Swiftwater, Pennsylvania
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RITUAL DE PAYAS, Trio Surcari, Pocono Mountain School District, Swiftwater, Pennsylvania
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LA MARIPOSA, Trio Surcari, Elementary School, Old Lyme, Connecticut
 
Book LORENA
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Learning to Love Latin Music. For THE DAILY HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE, LIVING, Page C6. March 30, 2003, Northampton, MA. "Top, Banda Criolla members Lorena Garay, left, and Ahmed Gonzalez, right, teach some Leeds Elementary School students, including third-grader Kaitie Eastman, center, how to play the Puerto Rican children's game Chequi Morena during a Latin music workshop held March 28 in the school's cafeteria."
Learning to Love Latin Music. For THE DAILY HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE, LIVING, Page C6. March 30, 2003, Northampton, MA. "Top, Banda Criolla members Lorena Garay, left, and Ahmed Gonzalez, right, teach some Leeds Elementary School students, including third-grader Kaitie Eastman, center, how to play the Puerto Rican children's game Chequi Morena during a Latin music workshop held March 28 in the school's cafeteria."
 

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