Seeing Sounds: Artist in Residence Workshop at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum
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Explore curiosity & art in this program with themes led by local professional working artists. August's artist is Brandon Copeland!
Join us for Seeing Sounds, a musical mural making workshop. Explore and create with different musical instruments with local artist Brandon Copeland, AKA musical artist Dante Cope.
Seeing Sounds is a visual audio experience where kids can create a virtual mural using musical instruments and their voice. Learn how different sounds can create colors and patterns as we create a flowing wall display with musical instruments.
Drop-in Schedule
• Friday, August 14 & Saturday, August 15 | 11 AM–1 PM
• Friday, August 28 & Saturday, August 29 | 11 AM–1 PM
Drop-in programs are included with regular museum admission. No pre-registration required, just stop by & start creating!
About the artist:
Brandon Copeland is an artist born in Jackson, MI and moved to Grand Rapids to attend Grand Valley State University in 2003. Brandon has developed a career as a Hip-Hop/Jazz producer and artist, winning two WYCE Radio Jammie awards. Brandon was the first Artist in Residence at Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids hosting community events for the organization over a two year period. Brandon is a teaching artist and Program Coordinator at West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology, teaching both music production and 3D art + Animation.
Brandon Copeland’s art involves curating environments that challenge the perspective on how we consume and listen to music. He was the first Artist in Residence for the Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids where he hosted a weekly event series called The Thing To Do Thursday at the 106 Gallery. The events in that series included art workshops, musical performances, poetry and book readings, and community discussions. Brandon is also the owner of the vintage store/music venue Grammotones.
Join us for Seeing Sounds, a musical mural making workshop. Explore and create with different musical instruments with local artist Brandon Copeland, AKA musical artist Dante Cope.
Seeing Sounds is a visual audio experience where kids can create a virtual mural using musical instruments and their voice. Learn how different sounds can create colors and patterns as we create a flowing wall display with musical instruments.
Drop-in Schedule
• Friday, August 14 & Saturday, August 15 | 11 AM–1 PM
• Friday, August 28 & Saturday, August 29 | 11 AM–1 PM
Drop-in programs are included with regular museum admission. No pre-registration required, just stop by & start creating!
About the artist:
Brandon Copeland is an artist born in Jackson, MI and moved to Grand Rapids to attend Grand Valley State University in 2003. Brandon has developed a career as a Hip-Hop/Jazz producer and artist, winning two WYCE Radio Jammie awards. Brandon was the first Artist in Residence at Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids hosting community events for the organization over a two year period. Brandon is a teaching artist and Program Coordinator at West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology, teaching both music production and 3D art + Animation.
Brandon Copeland’s art involves curating environments that challenge the perspective on how we consume and listen to music. He was the first Artist in Residence for the Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids where he hosted a weekly event series called The Thing To Do Thursday at the 106 Gallery. The events in that series included art workshops, musical performances, poetry and book readings, and community discussions. Brandon is also the owner of the vintage store/music venue Grammotones.
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Where is it happening?
11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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Host or PublisherGrand Rapids Children's Museum
