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Lillie Feierabend
Everybody Claps: Clapping Games from Around the World
Everybody claps, all cultures, all ages, all abilities! Clapping games are immediately engaging, language is not even required and yet laughter abounds. You are never too young, or too old; they are simply too much fun. But take a closer look; clapping games are profound. They deepen and enrich all the intelligences and are of significant benefit to the development to our mind, body, and spirit. While we joyfully try to figure out which hand to use when, and where, our minds and bodies are working at a deeper level to help coordinate and visually track movements, orient our bodies, maintain beat and rhythm, plan and sequence motor movements, and develop social skills by cooperating with others, accommodating others and paying close attention to others, all so we can have a successful experience.
This cooperation has profound implications on a global scale, as well. Humor, love, kindness and joy are universal.
Sharing music with others builds a bridge where we are offered a window into another culture and delighted to find ourselves looking back. A country's musical culture also offers insight into its history, spirit, and heart. This experience can lead to greater awareness and understanding. This lively session will explore several cultures through their clapping games; join us as we meet wonderful people through the gift of their music. The world just might become a kinder, more tolerant place if we all clapped, danced, and sang together.
A handout with clapping games, directions, and resources will be provided.
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