Lyrics and Poetry: Finding Inspiration and Expressing Your Voice
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Organized by: Pokaiks Reconciliation Society — https://www.eventbrite.com/o/105889748711
Jess B Parker will lead participants in channeling their emotions into words and music along with special guest VL Parker
This workshop will begin with a background about the artists and how music and storytelling have been used by our ancestors for centuries to channel our emotions, histories, and creativity into music and stories. Through a series of exercises, we will explore different ways to find inspiration and unlock individual voice and expression.
Participants are encouraged to stay after for an Open Mic night (6:00pm-8:00pm) to share songs, poems, and anything else they feel inspired to share.
Jess B Parker is serving as lead artist of the Telling Our Stories Indigenous Arts Residency. She is a singer/songwriter and multidisciplinary artist, working professionally in music, theatre, and the arts. An Indie Songstress, she is proud of her Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nations and Irish Canadian heritage, coming from a long line of singers and storytellers before her.
VL Parker is a Spirit-led artist, painter, writer, and poet who focusses on creating with the creator. She was part of the 'Healing Hearts Through Art' residency at Sparrow Artspace in 2025 and is happy to be returning to help guide others on the journey of healing and creation.
This workshop is part of the 'Telling Our Stories' Indigenous Arts residence facilitated by Pokaiks Reconciliation Society and Sparrow Artspace. This residency has been generously funded by Calgary Arts Development.
Jess B Parker will lead participants in channeling their emotions into words and music along with special guest VL Parker
This workshop will begin with a background about the artists and how music and storytelling have been used by our ancestors for centuries to channel our emotions, histories, and creativity into music and stories. Through a series of exercises, we will explore different ways to find inspiration and unlock individual voice and expression.
Participants are encouraged to stay after for an Open Mic night (6:00pm-8:00pm) to share songs, poems, and anything else they feel inspired to share.
Jess B Parker is serving as lead artist of the Telling Our Stories Indigenous Arts Residency. She is a singer/songwriter and multidisciplinary artist, working professionally in music, theatre, and the arts. An Indie Songstress, she is proud of her Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nations and Irish Canadian heritage, coming from a long line of singers and storytellers before her.
VL Parker is a Spirit-led artist, painter, writer, and poet who focusses on creating with the creator. She was part of the 'Healing Hearts Through Art' residency at Sparrow Artspace in 2025 and is happy to be returning to help guide others on the journey of healing and creation.
This workshop is part of the 'Telling Our Stories' Indigenous Arts residence facilitated by Pokaiks Reconciliation Society and Sparrow Artspace. This residency has been generously funded by Calgary Arts Development.
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Where is it happening?
Sparrow Artspace, 36 4th St NE, Calgary, AB T2E 3R7, CA, Canada
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