Garth Prince
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Garth Prince is a vocal performer with years of experience in promoting African culture and community building through song, dance and instruments. He performs concerts and teaches workshops in schools across Canada and Namibia, and encourages cultural diversity in an environment of work and play that appeals to students of all ages and abilities.
Growing up in Namibia, he learned traditional music by rote. Since living in Canada, he broadened his teaching and performance methods to include vocal jazz and Orff Schulwerk. Recognized as a role model by the Edmonton Arts Council, The National Black Coalition of Canada, and The Black Canadian Awards, Garth consistently pursues his life's purpose to build a bridge between western and African musical traditions. In doing so, he promotes global peace, equality and friendships with what he believes is a powerful force for positive change: music. |
Mission: Promote Peace, Equality and Friendships through Music and Culture.
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We had the pleasure of experiencing the music and teaching of Mr. Garth Prince for two weeks earlier this month. Students and staff alike were impressed by Garth’s energy, demeanour and enthusiasm for music education. He was easy to communicate with and came to our school prepared and eager to share his culture with students. Garth was sensitive to the needs of our small school and adapted to our schedule and student needs as he saw was in their best interest. He utilized classroom instruments effectively and built upon the skills and learning I had been working on throughout the school year. Our community was captivated by the performance they attended and impressed by the students’ love of the songs that were taught. You can still hear the strains of Garth’s songs being sung in the hallways and out on the playground. - Apryl Grant, Music Teacher (e-mail: apryl.grant@epsb.ca)
I am pleased to write a reference letter for Garth Prince who came to Afton School of the Arts to work with our students in a week long Artist in Residency program. I was immediately impressed with Garth’s professional nature, work ethic and knowledge every step of the way. Garth thinks about all of the little logistical details that others often overlook, has a stunning voice and even brings in his band with a sound tech (and all of his gear) for the full concert. He taught each division a handful of songs (various African and English languages), and included 5 pieces for Orff arrangements. As the school’s music teacher, I felt lucky to work alongside Garth for the week as I felt I received free professional development. I learned a lot! - Carly Ness, Music Teacher (carly.ness@epsb.ca)
I would highly recommend Garth Prince’s program to other schools. His management skills and solid teaching methods dovetail with conventions used in the classroom. His high quality singing and rapport with the kids kept them cued and engaged, and having them work together as a team provided some great bonding time. Not only were curricular objectives met, but the students were part of an event much bigger than themselves, learning about other cultures, singing their hearts out, and making awesome memories together. What could be better than that? - Marlene Kirwin, Music Teacher (marlene.kirwin@epsb.ca)
I am pleased to write a reference letter for Garth Prince who came to Afton School of the Arts to work with our students in a week long Artist in Residency program. I was immediately impressed with Garth’s professional nature, work ethic and knowledge every step of the way. Garth thinks about all of the little logistical details that others often overlook, has a stunning voice and even brings in his band with a sound tech (and all of his gear) for the full concert. He taught each division a handful of songs (various African and English languages), and included 5 pieces for Orff arrangements. As the school’s music teacher, I felt lucky to work alongside Garth for the week as I felt I received free professional development. I learned a lot! - Carly Ness, Music Teacher (carly.ness@epsb.ca)
I would highly recommend Garth Prince’s program to other schools. His management skills and solid teaching methods dovetail with conventions used in the classroom. His high quality singing and rapport with the kids kept them cued and engaged, and having them work together as a team provided some great bonding time. Not only were curricular objectives met, but the students were part of an event much bigger than themselves, learning about other cultures, singing their hearts out, and making awesome memories together. What could be better than that? - Marlene Kirwin, Music Teacher (marlene.kirwin@epsb.ca)
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