Nancie Kester and Karen Arlen are honored to be among the featured presenters at the 26th International Kodály Society Symposium, which will take place at the Colburn School of Music in Los Angeles, July 31 – Aug. 4, 2023.
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The underlying purpose of Calicanto Associates is to teach history through song. In today’s world, a humane but honest look at history is needed. We can think of no better way to do this than by letting the songs speak for themselves.
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We are delighted that our presentation of Exploring Oregon’s History Through Song was a success. It took place March 6th at the OAKE National Conference in Portland, Oregon. Here are some highlights and a few songs from our session. We’re in the process of compiling a future book on the subject .
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In these days of school closures due to the corona virus, there is a scramble to keep at-home students occupied and with their minds and imaginations challenged. Here are some helpful ideas for 3rd and 4th grade students to use with Calicanto books and CDs as a part of the at-home Social Studies California History program.
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Calicanto is delighted to offer a new feature, a Song of the Season! We will be publishing a song or choral arrangement in our blog every other month or so. Right now at the beginning of March, we’re honoring St. Patrick’s Day with “Mursheen Durkin,” a spirited song from our book Days of Gold! Songs of the California Gold Rush.
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On March 6th, Karen, Nancie and Douglas Card will present a workshop on Oregon Music Through Song in Portland, Oregon. This will take place at the national conference of the Organization of American Kodály Educators. Oregon’s history is both interesting and complex. As a neighbor state, it touches upon California’s history.
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Welcome to Calicanto Associate’s new website! Although Calicanto Associates has been in business a very long time, our products are as important and timely as they have ever been. The purpose of our publications is to link the exciting and multicultural history of California with authentic songs of each period.
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