Celebrate! Holidays of the Global Village

This multi-artist show is live-streamed in real time, hearing directly from musical guests sharing from their own traditions; Chris McKhool, Maryem Tollar, Aviva Chernick, Suba Sankaran & Dylan Bell, Silk Road Music and more. 

Inspired by travels around the world, Chris McKhool and friends celebrate the multicultural mosaic of our country with songs about Bodhi Day (Buddhist), Carnival (Quebec), Chanukah, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Diwali, Kwanzaa (Pan-African), Ramadan & Eid, and Winter Solstice. Celebrate! is a window into many cultures from around the world and provides young audiences with a glimpse into the different customs, celebrations and festivities enjoyed in Canada. Traditional and original songs encourage us to share with our neighbours and friends and celebrate together!

Curriculum Links

Learning Themes: Communicating and Expressing (OE31): Explore multi-lingual songs, global rhythms, and body movement to express joy, celebration, and shared identity. (K – 2016) Strand C – Overall Expectations C1. Creating and Performing – Apply the creative process to perform and respond to music for a variety of purposes, using elements of music from diverse global traditions. (C1.1 – Grades 1–2; C1.2 – Grade 3) C2. Reflecting, Responding, and Analysing – Communicate feelings, thoughts, and reflections in response to live musical performances representing various cultural celebrations. (C2.1 – Grade 1 & Grades 4–6; C2.2 – Grade 3) C3. Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts – Demonstrate and understanding of a variety of musical genres, instruments, and traditions from around the world and their significance in Canadian community life. (C3.1 – Grade 1 & Grades 4–6; C3.2 – Grade 2 & Grades 4–6) Cross Curricular Connections Kindergarten Belonging and Contributing (OE28, OE29): Recognize and express respect for their own culture and background, as well as the diverse cultures, languages, and seasonal celebrations of their peers and community. (K – 2016) Social Studies (Heritage and Identity) Strand A – Heritage and Identity – Changing Family and Community Traditions A1.2, A3.2 – Compare family and community traditions and seasonal celebrations across different cultural groups represented in Canada. (Grade 1) Strand A – Heritage and Identity – Traditions and Celebrations A1.1, A3.1 – Demonstrate an understanding of how diverse cultural and religious celebrations contribute to Canada’s multicultural identity. (Grade 2) Strand A – Heritage and Identity – Communities in Canada, Past and Present A1.1, A3.1 – Assess the contributions of diverse cultural groups to Canadian society, recognizing how music and shared festivities foster social cohesion and mutual respect. (Grade 5,6)

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