Education & Outreach
Music is a gift that we take pride in passing on to the next generations to enjoy.
KAIA's mission is not only to perform and bring music of the Classical and ethnically diverse genres to the public, but also to teach children the beauty of what we do.
Our Presentations
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40-50 minute presentation with musical excerpts, narration, audience interaction, and question and answer.
Materials: Map, timeline, visuals of composers, countries and the use of music
Description: This presentation shows the variety of ways that music has been used throughout time, from choral music to storytelling, to depictions of nature and cultural traditions.
Objective: To show that music can be something more than just something to listen to. It can be used to serve different purposes.
Repertoire: Bach, Saint Saens, Tchaikovsky, Turina, John Williams, Mozart
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40-50 minute presentation with musical excerpts, narration, audience interaction and question and answer.
Description: This presentation shows different styles of music and ways music was used in different countries and cultures and has many interactive elements.
Objective: To expose students to many different styles and purposes of music from around the world.
Repertoire includes music from : Japan, Argentina and Uruguay, Italy, Russia, Brazil, USA, Israel, and Austria
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40-50 minute presentation with musical excerpts, narration, audience interaction and question and answer.
Description: Students will hear a variety of dance and classical music from different Latin American countries.
Objective: To expose students to the music and traditions in Latin America and Spain through music
Repertoire: Turina (Spain), Orbon (Cuba), Revueltas (Mexico), Joropo (Venezuela), Tango (Argentina and Uruguay), Maxixe y Choro (Brazil)
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30-45 minute presentation with musical excerpts, narration, audience interaction, and question and answer.
Description: An interactive explanation of 4 basic elements of music through movement
Objective: To help students recognize and experience the extreme elements that exist in music
Repertoire: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Allegro, Perpetual Motion, Long Long Ago
KAIA Kids Videos
a web series produced by WFMT that explores music from across the globe!
These videos focus on countries from Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Venezuela, Uruguay and Mexico!
Captivating Young Minds: Testimonial Spotlight
“A rich musical experience around the world! Their appeal extends beyond concert performances into their work with young ones who they captivate with their sound as much as with the narratives about the culture and history behind the music they play.”
— Luciano Pedota
Program Manager of Ravinia Reach *Teach* Play Education Programs
Our Educational Partners
KAIA is proud to collaborate with renowned organizations like DePaul University, Ravinia Festival's Reach Teach Play, Classical Music Chicago's Young People's Concerts, and New England Music Camp. As guest teaching artists, we engage students of all ages, sharing our passion for classical music.
We also offer tailored presentations for schools, inspiring young minds through interactive performances and workshops. Plus, we provide coaching for advanced high school and college students, guiding them on their musical journey.
Join us in spreading the joy of music and empowering the next generation through education.
Contact us to learn more about our programs.
