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Alexandra Carroll

North CountySouth CountyBilingualFamily Arts NightAfter School

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Dance, Music, Storytelling

$40 hour

Program Offering 1:

Latin Dances, Dance, Music, Storytelling

TK-8th grade

MPR or large classroom space to teach dance

The objective of the workshop is for students to learn and experience the historical and social meaning of Latin dances. Students will develop coordination, strength, flexibility, and rhythm while understanding the Indigenous, African, and Spanish influences of Latin dance traditions.

Alexandra is available to teach: 

  • Cumbia
  • Salsa
  • Merengue
  • Bachata
  • Mambo
  • Chachachá

     

Program Offering 2:

  • Belly Dance
  • Dance, music

TK-8th grade

MPR or large classroom space to teach dance

BELLY DANCE

Introductory workshops based on Traditional Belly Dance, Tribal Style, Salimpour Format, Fusion, and Datura-inspired performance. Workshops are age-appropriate and focus on coordination, posture, musicality, and confidence.

Program Offering 3:

Basic Guitar and singing

music

1st grade-8th grade

MPR or large classroom space to teach music

Basic Guitar and Singing

The objective of this workshop is to introduce students to the fundamentals of guitar and voice. Participants will learn basic guitar chords, simple arpeggios, rhythm, and timing. The workshop will also incorporate introductory singing techniques.

Through guided practice, students will begin developing the ability to coordinate playing the guitar while singing. The program aims to build confidence, musical awareness, and foundational performance skills, preparing students for public presence and simple live performances.