Sing Fires of Justice: Music Is Medicine Day of Workshops with Lunch

SATURDAY OCT 5 - 10 am Opening with Ken Maracle, Wampum Belt Plenary

Catered Lunch Included

Choose to participate in one of five workshops taught by students and facilitators of Music of the Spirit program based at Six Nations: Flat stitch beading Red Dress or Orange Shirt pin, Watercolour feather painting, Drum hide painting, Instrumental workshop or Vocal workshop

note: painted drums will be donated to the Music for the Spirit program for students. If you would like to keep your drum, you may purchase for $100.00

Saturday, October 05, 2024 Location: St. Matthews Centre 54 Benton
Session 1: Beading Workshop Instructors: Dawey Dale and Shilene

Level: All Levels

Explore the art of Indigenous beadwork and design in this immersive workshop. You will create a flat stitch beadwork project from start to finish while gaining a deeper understanding of the traditions and history of this craft.

This workshop is suitable for crafters aged 13 and above, and registration is limited to maintain an intimate learning atmosphere. Early registration is recommended.

All materials provided. Extra kits will be available to purchase

Register for this adult workshop when you purchase ticket

Saturday, October 05,2024 Location: St. Matthews Centre 54 Benton
Session 2: Watercolour Feather Painting Workshop Instructor: Ashley Catrysse

Level: All Levels

Explore the art and design in this watercolour workshop. You will create a feather painting from start to finish while gaining a deeper understanding of the traditions and meaning of the feather.

This workshop is suitable for those aged 13 and above, and registration is limited to maintain an intimate learning atmosphere.

All materials provided. Register for this adult workshop when you purchase ticket

Saturday, October 05,2024 Location: St. Matthews Centre 54 Benton
Session 3: Acrylic Drum Painting Workshop Instructor: Music for the Spirit Leader

Join us for an acrylic drum painting workshop! In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to create an original painting on a drum hide while also learning about the Indigenous history and significance of the drumbeat. The sessions will be taught by a local Indigenous artist.

This workshop is open to participants aged 13 and above, and we have limited the number of spots available to ensure an intimate learning experience. We recommend registering early to secure your spot.

Please note that all drums and artwork created during the workshop will remain the property of the Music for the Spirit program for student use. However, if you would like to purchase your drum to keep for $100.00, please contact for payment processing.

Register for this adult workshop when you purchase ticket

Saturday, October 05,2024 Location: St. Matthews Centre 54 Benton
Session 4: Instrumental Music writing workshop Instructors: Derek Miller, James Wilson, Steve Johnson

Bring your own guitar /instrument and collaborate on a meanful composition to be performed on Sunday Oct 6, 2024 as part of the Sing Fires for Justice fundraising concert.

This workshop is open to participants aged 13 and above, and we have limited the number of spots available to ensure an intimate learning experience. We recommend registering early to secure your spot.

Register for this adult workshop when you purchase ticket

Saturday, October 05,2024 Location: St. Matthews Centre 54 Benton
Session 5: Vocal Workshop Instructor: Music for the Spirit Leader

Join us for an engaging music vocal music workshop collaborating on original music pieces to be performed on October 6, 2024 at the Sing Fires of Justice fundraising concert. All vocal ranges welcome.

We recommend registering early to secure your spot.

Register for this workshop when you purchase ticket

Host or Publisher Feather & Cross Organization