Programs

Nada Brahma’s high-energy performances provide an exciting introduction to world music and dance. Director Tim Gregory and the members of Nada Brahma work together as cultural ambassadors, endeavoring to build respect and create peace in today’s rapidly changing world. Nada Brahma has been serving schools throughout the region since 1991 and has made appearances at Wolf Trap’s Theatre in the Woods, Voice of America, the Smithsonian’s Discovery Theatre and Strathmore.

Current Programs:

Tim Gregory’s International Dance Revolution (Grades K – 5)
Join Tim Gregory on a global field trip from the Andes Mountains of South America to the Australian Outback and beyond as peoples of the world are brought to life through music, dance, story and visual arts. Participants will compare and contrast cultures from multiple countries and continents. This arts-integrated, multi-media assembly addresses social studies, language arts, music, and dance curriculum standards. (Solo Performance)

Nada Brahma: The World Music Concert (Grades PreK – 12)
Join Nada Brahma as they circumnavigate the globe, exploring the vital role that music plays in a variety of world cultures. Participants experience the sights and sounds of musical instruments from several regions of the world. A celebration of diversity, this assembly offers a wonderful foundation for cross-cultural learning. (3 performers, duo option for grades K – 5)

Residency Programs

Nada Brahma residencies offer an exciting introduction into world cultures, promoting empathy and global perspective. Nada Brahma’s process-oriented approach is to educate and empower students with a teaching style that leads children to the discovery of their natural-born talents. The residencies address VSC standards and are also offered as arts-integrated programs.

The Kenya Project

This program offers an immersion into East African life through music, dance, games and other hands-on workshops. Offered as an outreach program through Kenya Connect, it is offered as an hour-long workshop up to a 2-day residency.

Educator’s Comments:

 “Absolutely fabulous! In my many years of teaching music this was the best program. It touched many areas of the music and grade level curriculums. And the central theme of diversity and peaceful coexistence was well-presented and well received…And on an added note, the teachers really enjoyed the humor. It was such fun!!”
   Beverly McFarland, Music Teacher, Conowingo ES, Conowingo, MD

“This group invites you to learn in such a way that you come away celebrating!”
   Lee Stevens, Music Director, Atholton HS, Columbia, MD

“Your program provided a wonderful foundation for classroom teaching in many different curriculum areas."
   Nancy Dodson, Teacher, North Bend ES, Jarrettsville, MD

“Nada Brahma opened our eyes, our ears, and our minds.”
   Brian Krasney, B’nai B’rith Youth Organization, Allentown, PA

“A musical party with a message. Nada Brahma stirs up a whirlwind of song and audience fun.”
   Smithsonian Associates Discovery Theatre, Washington DC