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See a video clip of TAINO's performance (note, the video shows some of their musical performance, it does not capture the elaborate audience participation that is a hallmark of all their shows):
Choose from the following programs: 1. CALYPSO
JAM-O-RAMA
2. THE LATIN AMERICAN JOURNEY This musical adventure retraces TAINO’s five-year journey
through Central and South America and the Caribbean. Authentic Latin American
songs from Puerto Rico, Mexico, Guatemala, and Jamaica are Through story, song, and theatre, TAINO takes students on a journey with Christopher Columbus exploring the world that Columbus encountered in his many voyages to America, and the subsequent transformation of that world with the meeting of the Native American, European, and African peoples. As TAINO journeys with Columbus to the lands we now call Puerto Rico, Guadelupe, Jamaica, Costa Rica, Columbia, and Venezuela, the students will be invited to actively participate in the songs and will be encouraged to reflect on the historical significance of Columbus’ voyages. Many will discover Christopher Columbus and his "new" world for the first time. Twelve pre-selected students will be part of the presentation on stage. 4. CARIBBEAN HOLIDAY
5. THE RAIN FOREST This presentation features music inspired by the sounds and flavors of the major rain forest areas of the world. Students travel along the Equator, visiting the most critically endangered forest regions, from the Amazon of South America, to the great forests of central Africa, to the magic jungles of Indonesia, to the rapidly disappearing forests of our own North American continent. Through stories, ethnic instruments, special songs, and language from remote parts of the world, TAINO helps students to understand and appreciate the deep connection we all share with our living and imperiled earth. The program includes direct student participation in the music. Workshops are available for students and music teachers interested in more intensive vocal choral involvement in conjunction with a community concert. 6. CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL CELEBRATION
7. GRACIAS A LA VIDA (Thanksgiving Around the World) For millennia, the people of the world have felt the need to affirm their connection with the earth and nature’s bounty. Combining story, music, masks, dance, ethnic musical instruments, and audience participation, TAINO celebrates the harvest time. Journey with TAINO to the Celtic harvest traditions of the British Isles, to the Latino harvest festivities of the Caribbean, to the rainforest rituals of the Mbuti in Africa, and tot he rice harvest ceremonies of Asia. This is truly a bountiful celebration! 8.
ISLAND CALYPSO TRIO TAINO brings to the world of family entertainment a show that will keep any audience hopping in their seats. Inspired by the likes of Buena Vista Social Club, Harry Belafonte, Bob Marley, the Mighty Sparrow, and Tito Puente, TAINO will take the audience on a journey that will fascinate and astound the ears, giving the audience a true taste of the upbeat, big band, island sound. In addition to the sizzling piano, cooking congas, and soaring vocals, TAINO adds trombonist and steel drummer extraordinaire, Dan DeWalt to create an uplifting entertainment event! Workshops and residencies, as well as specially designed performances are also available! Drawing upon their twenty-plus years of direct experience, TAINO will offer small, hands-on workshops, related to the themes of any of their 7 performances, including Latin-American music, rainforests, Spanish language and culture, and more.
"TAINO is an outstanding musical duo. Their presentations about Latino
cultures are heartfelt and tremendously entertaining. From prekindergarten
through High School, every performance has been greeted with enthusiasm from
students and teachers alike." "The group offered a combination of warmth and enthusiasm combined with
a talent and an excellent feel for what appealed to the crowd. They seem to
really enjoy what they do and encourage the audience to interact with them. They
were great!"
"Flawless! The marvelous blended voices and upbeat Latin rhythms had our
students breaking out in spontaneous rhythmic applause. Taino's performance added
more than music enrichment.... The narrative that accompanied their program of
song allowed the students to 'visit' another culture. I would recommend Taino to
any organization that is looking for a program that entertains, enriches, and
promotes the building of cultural bridges."
"In addition to their beautiful voices and obvious theatrical talents,
they easily engaged the children. The show was loaded with interesting
historical facts. Everyone left feeling that world peace is a possibility."
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