School Enrichment Programs
“A modern-day Bernstein with his Young People’s
Concerts. You connect with the audience and have quite a way with kids, of all ages”
-Parent, Provincetown, MA
A consummate educator and an advocate for listening to live classical performances, Mr. Larget-Caplan introduces Spanish, Latin American classical music and history into schools and other community settings through cultural programs and artist residencies. The New England Conservatory awarded him Outstanding Educator and Performer and he was the youngest solo roster artist with Young Audiences of Massachusetts in 2002-2004.
The Spirit of Spain & Latin Travels,
have been called, "enriching for all ages" & "a feast of
sounds, colors and dance". They are also educational & include anecdotes
on the pieces and history that allow the students and listeners to approach
the music with better understanding & life.
For questions or booking information please fill out the form on the contact
page.
Progams
The Spirit of Spain
Tour Spanish history, geography, language and poetry on this masterful musical tour of España. Lively discussion & musical activities introduce 400 years of classical music from exotic Spain and some Latin America (Columbus!), guitar technique (strumming, rhythms), & how to listen to classical Spanish music.
Guitar solo (w/dance below)
Massachusetts Curriculum Links
Poetry
Foreign Languages
History & Social Sciences
Multicultural Studies
Music
Grade Levels: K-12; mixed groups or K-4 & 5-12
Performance Time: 45-55min
Audience Limit: 150-200 (larger requires prior-approval)
Single: $485 Double: $925 Triple: $1,250 Quad: $2,000
Duo with voice/violin/cornet/clarinet
Single: $785 Double: $1,300 Triple: $1,900
Latin Travels
A rousing journey via music and poetry through wild jungles & rainforests, gorgeous cathedrals, & bustling colonial cities of Latin America with Aaron Larget-Caplan & his guitar. Songs of Cuba, dances Venezuela, Tango from Argentina & more! Learn the history and geography of the region with the classical guitar as guide.
Guitar solo possible duos available on request
Massachusetts Curriculum Links
Poetry
Foreign Languages
History & Social Sciences
Multicultural Studies
Music
Grade Levels: K-12; mixed groups or K-4 & 5-12
Performance Time: 45-55min
Audience Limit: 150-250 (larger requires prior-approval)
Single: $485 Double: $925 Triple: $1,250 Quad: $2,000
Duo with voice/violin/cornet/clarinet
Single: $785 Double: $1,300 Triple: $1,900
DANCE
The Spirit of Spain with ¡Con Fuego!
Spanish history, culture & music are on display in this rousing & interactive performance by ¡Con Fuego! (With Fire!) Guitarist Aaron Larget-Caplan & flamenco dancer La Conja lead audiences through the beautiful & action packed country of Spain. Using music & dance, audience members learn about the techniques that make flamenco dance & guitar unique, & the fire that makes Spain so wonderful. ¡Viva Con Fuego!
Aaron Larget-Caplan, guitar
La Conja, Spanish dance & castanets, www.laconja.com
Massachusetts Curriculum Links
Dance
Music
Foreign Languages
History & Social Sciences
Multiculrutal Studies
Grade Levels: k-12; mixed groups or k-4 & 5-12
Performance Time: 45-55min
Audience Limit: 250 is ideal but 500 max
Double: $1,520 Triple: $2,100 Quad: $2,600
add cornet/violin/cello for a trio: $1,650 Triple: $2,300 Quad: $2,900
Each program is unique and tells the stories of various cultures, histories, and events, yet there are a couple of underlying themes. Yes, the guitar is a 'guide' or glue for the program, but truly the theme, which is not shouted out but demonstrated and shared, is understanding that how a culture speaks, listens, celebrates, even to the food they eat, helps each of us comprehend and understand that society and its actions. The second theme explores how we listen to music and life. Through demonstration and discussion the students learn a few of the principals that will assist them in becoming aware of the world and the music around them. None of the music in the programs are 'children's music' yet the students (all ages) are taught how they can hear it and what to listen for.
What people are saying
"Mr. Larget-Caplan's enthusiasm was contagious! The students were
rapt and attentive as Aaron talked about music, self-discipline, determination
and learning. It was exactly the right kind of conversation to have with
our students!"
-J. Davis Academics Department, Tongue Point Job Corps Center
Background
Mr. Larget-Caplan has received awards and accolades for his programs including
being selected as a guest artist to perform on the Boston Lyric Opera's Carmen
on the Common on the Boston Common, and Outstanding Educator & Performer
for his residency work at the Holland School in Dorchester, MA by the New England
Conservatory. A former roster artist with Young Audiences of Massachusetts,
Mr. Larget-Caplan now brings his programs to students on his own through the
Music & Life Program.
A tour-de-force, La Conja (www.Laconja.com) performs regularly throughout the United States and Spain as one of the premiere dancer & singers in Flamenco today. She is based in New York City where she performs regularly with City Center introducing young people to the magic and glory of Spanish dance and music!
Select Experience:
• Arapahoe Elementary, CO
• Cambridge Community Schools, MA
• Carmen on the Common, Boston, MA
• Ledge Street School, Nahua, NH
• Cherry Creek H.S., Englewood, CO
• Colraine Elementary, Colraine, MA
• Fenn School, Concord, MA
• Heathe Elementary, Heathe, MA
• Holland Elementary, Dorchester, MA
• Laredo Middle School, Aurora, CO
• New Provincetown Players, Provincetown, MA
• Quinebaug Valley Community College, Danielson, CT
• Summerbridge, Kent Denver, CO
• Temple Sinai, Englewood, CO
• Tongue Point Job Corps, Astoria, OR
• Wayland High School, Wayland, MA
• Whitemoore Elementary, Waltham, MA
• Conservatory Lab School of NEC, South Boston, MA
