Description of Workshops----------------------------------------------------------

This Hip-Hop Writing Workshop, instructed by Head-Roc, centers on cultural expression by creating, producing, and performing original songs with groups of Washington, DC youth participants.

Each workshop is tailored to meet the needs of sponsoring organizations, with a range of formats available and varied lengths. All Workshops consist of various timed hands-on sessions geared towards engaging participants in a real time "brainstorming" process to discuss the challenges they face in today's world. There are three basic components:

The first workshop component is dedicated to developing and creating songs based on themes of social interests the participants will decide on. Each workshop participant will be asked to help develop the individual song concepts, write lyrics, select music, and collaborate creatively with their peers.

In the second component, participants will record the song creations they came up with. This will be an instruction on studio recording, and leave the participants with a concrete achievement - a audio CD of their work.

The third workshop component is about developing a live performance routine of the participants design for concert program presentation at the conclusion of the workshop.

The Hip-Hop Writing Workshop is specially designed to stimulate/enhance/merge artistic expression and critical thinking on issues and concerns of individual participants within a group setting.

Please listen to the results from various workshops conducted by Head-Roc this year (2009)! ------------> Enjoy!

Contact Information----------------------------------------------------------------

Vance "Head-Roc" Levy
info@head-roc.com
www.head-roc.com