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ATGC Music | Listening to Plant DNA
with Antoine BertinGrade 3 + Ages 8 +
Offered in English and French A composition workshop that explores the musical properties of DNA. A, T, G, C. Four letters that interact and intertwine to describe the entire living world. Is it possible to listen to … read more
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Career Exploration in Arts Administration
virtual workshopHigh school-Cégep/University
Are your high school students considering a career in Arts Administration? Participants will meet a group of arts administrators from the National Arts Centre’s Music, Theatre and/or Dance departments in a casual … read more
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Creating a Theatrical Time Capsule
virtual workshop with Kristina WattGrade 4–10
In this interactive workshop, students will apply a blend of imagination and current life experience to write and perform one collective story: the story of youth, living now. Curriculum connections: language arts, … read more
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Creative Artist Residency: Songwriting
with YAO (in French)Grade 5-12 Ages 10-18
Available in French only Designed specifically for the Ontario Arts Council’s Artists in Residence (Education) program, this five-hour residency explores the links between writing (poetry), literature and various … read more
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Finding the Ojibwe Horse
with Ken MacDonald & Rhonda SnowAny grade
What does a classically-trained orchestral french horn player have in common with a Métis visual artist? In the case of Ken MacDonald and Rhonda Snow, both are caretakers of Ojibwe Horses, Canada’s only … read more
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Hip Hop Theatre: Unlocking your creative mind through beats...
virtual workshop with Omari NewtonGrade 5 to adult Ages 10+
Artist and educator Omari Newton will teach students how to find their authentic voice and tell stories through an exploration of Hip Hop theatre. Combining elements of spoken word poetry, contemporary theatre, and … read more
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Introduction to Acting and Performance
virtual workshop with Kate SmithGrades 7–12 Ages 12+
This workshop introduces participants to the most important tools an actor has at their disposal: their voice, their body – and their creativity. Learn the basics of how to make simple physical and vocal … read more
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La marionnette - transformer le quotidien
with Les BlettesGrade 5–9
Duration: about 1 hour Maximum number of participants: 25-30 students Offered to students in class only (teacher must be present) Offered in French only Part 1 – Theory Exploring different practices in the … read more
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MidWinter Dreaming
Grade 5-12
For many Nations, Winter is a time when families and community come together to tell stories, give thanks, sing, dance, play games and feast. Although we cannot gather due to COVID-19, we can bring our minds and hearts … read more
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Moving Stories
collaborative dance creation workshop seriesGrade 7–12
Keep your students engaged by creatively connecting the dots between movement and storytelling. The project was spearheaded by OCDSB Dance Educator Allison Carrier and NAC Dance Education Associate and Teaching Artist … read more
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Music Circle: virtual workshop series
for students with exceptionalitiesKindergarten–Grade 12
The Music Circle is a unique opportunity for students with exceptionalities to explore orchestral instruments and their sounds, while also developing their auditory, motor, social and motivation skills through … read more
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MusicFest Canada: The Nationals
May 24-29, 2021Grade 6-12 Ages 12-19
The National Arts Centre collaborates with artists and arts organizations across Canada to help create a national stage for the performing arts, and acts as a catalyst for performance, creation and learning across the … read more
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NAC Orchestra Bursary Competition
Secondary, Post-secondary Ages 16+
The prime objective of the competition is to encourage the pursuit of excellence on the part of young instrumentalists aspiring to orchestral careers. Each year, a jury identifies deserving recipients through audition … read more
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Songwriting Tips and Tricks
with YAOGrade 5-12 Ages 10-18
Designed specifically for the Ontario Arts Council’s Artists in Residence (Education) program, this workshop explores the links between writing (poetry), literature and various styles of urban music, especially … read more
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Songwriting with Ila Barker
virtual artist residencyGrade 6–12
Students will learn the fundamentals of songwriting and write their own song(s) with Winnipeg musician and teaching artist Ila Barker. Timeline: Five hours over a 2 to 5 week period Grades: Elementary Grades 6-8 … read more
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Ubu sur la table
with La Pire EspèceSecondary and post-secondary
Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes (possibility of adapting the workshop to 60 minutes) Maximum number of participants: 25-30 students Offered to students in class only (teacher must be present) Offered in French only A … read more
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Virtual Instrumental Workshops
with NAC Orchestra musiciansSecondary
With a focus on enhancing secondary school music programs, the Virtual Workshop sessions provide music students with learning opportunities with the help of Canada’s NAC Orchestra musicians. Tailored for your … read more
Support Performing Arts Learning and Engagement!
Your donations through the NAC's National Youth and Education Trust help the NAC provide learning and engagement opportunities for all — from young children in the classroom, to pre-professional artists, to the lifelong learner.
Learning and engagement at Canada’s National Arts Centre is made possible through the support of many generous individuals and organizations from across the country. The Music Alive Program is made possible thanks to the leadership support of National Partner, The Azrieli Foundation, and Major Supporters, The Slaight Family Foundation and TD Bank Group. Thank you also to Grant and Alice Burton, Canada Life, A Donor-Advised Fund at the Community Foundation of Ottawa, Friends of the NAC Orchestra, Donors to the NAC Foundation's Future Fund, The Janice and Earle O’Born Fund for Artistic Excellence, and the donors and sponsors of the NAC’s National Youth and Education Trust, the primary resource for youth and education funding at the National Arts Centre.