Jayzwayz Hip Hop Artist Development Workshop with Emotionz
About this Event
Taught by Emotionz (Dave Nelson) a Canadian rapper, beatboxer, DJ, graffiti artist, educator, and globe explorer known for blending music, creativity, culture, and community into powerful live experiences and educational workshops.
Currently teaching at the Sarah McLachlan School of Music in Vancouver, Emotionz works closely with youth through music, performance, and artistic development while helping students build confidence and creative expression through authentic Hip Hop culture.
With years of experience performing, touring, recording music, facilitating workshops, creating graffiti art, DJing, beatboxing, and mentoring youth, Emotionz brings real-world knowledge and energy into every session.
His workshops are engaging, interactive, educational, and designed to inspire creativity while introducing participants to the foundations and history behind multiple elements of Hip Hop culture.
Check out some of his work:
“88 Bars of Fuego”
“Cucumber”
The four workshops will include :
THE ART OF RAP
Participants will learn the foundations of rap, freestyle, flow, songwriting, rhyme structure, performance techniques, and Hip Hop history in an engaging and interactive environment.
Topics include:
- Freestyle rap & improvisation
- Writing verses & hooks
- Performance confidence
- Rhythm, cadence & timing
- Hip Hop foundations & history
- Creative self-expression
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INTRO TO GRAFFITI
Dive into the colourful world of graffiti art and lettering while learning the foundations of tagging, artistic style development, and graffiti culture.
Participants will explore:
- Graffiti lettering basics
- Tag creation & style
- Design fundamentals
- History of graffiti culture
- Creative techniques & expression
Each participant leaves with their own tag/name and foundational knowledge to continue exploring the artform.
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BEATBOX 101
Explore the creative and rhythmic world of beatboxing and mouth percussion while learning fun sounds, vocal tricks, and musical timing.
Participants will learn:
- Basic beatbox sounds
- Mouth percussion techniques
- Rhythm & timing
- Vocal creativity exercises
- Musical foundations through beatboxing
Perfect for beginners and anybody interested in creating music using only their voice.
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ARTIST DEVELOPMENT
Emotionz breaks down artist growth, branding, career development, independent music pathways, networking, and creative funding opportunities available for emerging artists.
Topics include:
- Building an artist brand
- Independent artist growth
- Creative networking
- Local music resources
- Grant & funding opportunities
- Thinking outside the box creatively
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Tickets: $20
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 22.73
