Family Music Series
Ayiti: Stories and Songs from Haiti
Levitt Shell Sioux Falls 504 N. Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesMiami native, Inez Barlatier is a multifaceted performer of Ayisyen (Haitian) decent. In Ayiti: Stories and Songs from Haiti, she celebrates Haitian art and culture through energetic drumming and singing, colorful costumes and traditional dances, folktales and visual art. Songs and phrases in Creole explore themes of community and gratitude. Joined onstage by talented Ayisyen […]
Jazz for Kids with SJMO
Levitt Shell Sioux Falls 504 N. Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesMusic is a language; and like other languages, one of its purposes is to communicate and express thoughts, ideas, and emotions. During this interactive concert, the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra (SJMO) will explore the various elements and language of jazz music. SJMO is an ensemble that is part of the Smithsonian National Museum of American […]
Creole 4 Kidz! w/ Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience
Levitt Shell Sioux Falls 504 N. Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesThis dynamic, multicultural educational performance explores Louisiana Creole culture and zydeco music history with a living legend. Creole 4 Kidz! is presented by 2 time GRAMMY award-winner, Terrence Simian and the Zydeco Experience. Creole 4 Kidz! has reached over 300,000 in 20 US states and 8 different countries. Terrance can be heard on the Disney […]
The Secret Agency
Levitt Shell Sioux Falls 504 N. Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesTapping into their GRAMMY winning original catalogue from rapper and hip hop artist, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, this electric ensemble combines the highly literate lyrical style of golden age hip hop with the raw emotional power of funk. This interactive and empowering experience blurs the line between kids music, young adult narratives and universal storytelling […]
Buckets N Boards
Levitt Shell Sioux Falls 504 N. Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesThis comedy percussion show is a hilarious, high-energy, and interactive performance that has captivated audiences of all ages worldwide. Gareth Sever and Matt Levingston bring a joyous charm and lightning quick wit to this full stage production. Buckets N Boards was born from Matt and Gareth’s shared passion for comedy, music and rhythm. Both are […]
Pierce Freelon
Levitt Shell Sioux Falls 504 N. Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesGRAMMY-nominated music artist Pierce Freelon takes kids and families on a fun-filled Father’s Day adventure with a special guest: his mother Nnenna Freelon. They will “Braid My Hair” at his grandmother’s beauty salon, learn to count to ten in an African language, celebrate everyone’s unique individuality, and read and dance-along to his children’s picture book/song: […]
Jackie Bird
Levitt Shell Sioux Falls 504 N. Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesWoven throughout Jackie’s performance are the intricacies and belief of her Native American culture. Through the aid of her puppet Wild Flower, Jackie is able to tell stories and sing songs from her culture. Jackie’s performance is a gift shared by a spirited people who have mastered the skills necessary to preserve their culture. Her […]
Justin Roberts & the Not Ready for Naptime Players
Levitt Shell Sioux Falls 504 N. Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesFive-time GRAMMY-nominated children’s musician Justin Roberts has been creating the soundtrack to families’ lives for 25 years. Now, with his 16th full length album, Space Cadet, Justin’s rock journey goes interstellar with feel-good songs rooted in themes of inclusion, acceptance, and self-discovery. Inspired by his life as a new dad, Justin’s music offers feel-good fun […]
Christian Adeti & Titambe West African Dance Ensemble
Levitt Shell Sioux Falls 504 N. Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesExperience traditional African drumming and dance heritage with COMPAS teaching artist Christian Adeti and his group Titambe West African Dance Ensemble. This performance group has an impressive repertoire of authentic drumming, dances, music, storytelling, and cultural teachings. Composed of artists originating from all over the world, including Ghana, Liberia, Kenya, Trinidad, and America, each Titambe […]