Artist

Elias Schutzman

Program Type

Early Learning / Wolf Trap

This workshop is focused on social/emotional learning. Using my original song, “I’ve Got a Feeling (Down In My Toes)” as a musical foundation, and the book “The Rabbit Listened” by Cori Doerrfeld as the main experience, we will explore the four main emotions (happy, scared, angry, and sad). The musical tools of melody, steady beat, dynamics, and tempo as well as the drama strategies of imaginary travel and storytelling will help us embody different emotions and act out animal characters. Both the song and the story will emphasize the importance of talking openly about our feelings with friends and family, as well as listening attentively to our children when they express themselves.