A Tribe for Jazz and the National Veterans Memorial & Museum Collaborate for Pilot Workshop
A Tribe for Jazz (ATFJ) and the National Veterans Memorial and Museum (NVMM) and have joined forces for a pilot program to advance social-emotional learning (SEL), the arts, and emotional well-being for both Veterans and youth.
A Tribe for Jazz (ATFJ) and the National Veterans Memorial and Museum (NVMM) and have joined forces for a pilot workshop to advance social-emotional learning (SEL), the arts, and emotional well-being for both Veterans and youth.
NVMM's commitment to fostering dialogue and empathy, particularly among K-12 students and Veterans, aligns seamlessly with ATFJ's vision for pioneering SEL programs that encourage self-discovery and genuine connectivity by using the arts as a catalyst for healing.
For this collaboration, ATFJ has adapted its Exploration workshop to foster inter-generational connectedness, resulting in the creation of Exploration Generations in Harmony. This unique experience, led by clinicians, unites veterans spanning all age groups with their children or grandchildren aged 9 to 17. Through a carefully curated mix of activities rooted in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) objectives, the workshop is designed to deepen relationships and promote bonding among participants. Exploration: Generations in Harmony is an inspiring and creative afternoon of mindfulness, music, and art.
Photo Credit: Nicholas Bungart
Date: Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 11-2:15 p.m.
Location: National Veterans Memorial & Museum, 300 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215
Registration is required. The event is free. Space is limited. Refreshments included. Wheelchair accessible.
To register click here.
We will be recording the workshop. Release forms provided.
An Exploration of Emotions and Color through Jazz Music
Presented in collaboration with COVERMYMEDS, this unique, five-step program is designed for elementary and middle school students grades 3-8.
2022 GCAC Columbus Makes Art Excellence Award Finalist
The above video showcases testimonials from elementary and middle school music teachers in Columbus City Schools on the impact of "An Exploration of Emotions and Color through Jazz Music."
An Exploration of Emotions and Color through Jazz Music presented in collaboration with COVERMYMEDS is a unique, five-step program designed for elementary and middle school students grades 3-8. The program combines Social Emotional Learning, Jazz Music, Film, Collaborative Abstract Arts, and an Artist Interaction into a one-of-a-kind experience that can be presented through a school’s instrumental music program or as an interdisciplinary collaboration with music, arts, and counseling. The program launched Spring 2022 in select westside COLUMBUS CITY SCHOOLS.
Program Impacts Creativity, collaboration, self expression and confidence.
Exploration is available for placement in classrooms nationwide. For more information contact: Stephanie Matthews, Executive Director, SMatthews@atribeforjazz.org
Watch the Art Makes Excellence Awards Finalist video tribute from the Greater Columbus Council’s Big Arts Night, Nov. 3, 2022, sponsored by Bath & Body Works, PNC, Crane Group, Huntington, CAPA, Mills James, The Wester Great Southern Columbus, ZenGenius
Below are a selection of film stills from the jazz film Legacy Jon Irabagon, A Solo Tenor Odyssey; student art work inspired by the film & music; behind the scenes photos from Westgate ES, West Broad ES, and Wedgewood Middle School, Columbus, Ohio.
