Musical Life Skills

With Professional Musician and Songwriter Arthur Lee Land

Age Range: K-12

Musical Life Skills is a fun, engaging and technologically innovative assembly program. The educational objective of this program is to teach youth the value of HARMONY and LISTENING as essential life skills through music and "The Art of Live-Looping". Arthur defines HARMONY in this way: To get along with others. "...To learn how to get along with their peers is one of the biggest challenges that young children have..." -- Samuel Meisels, President of The Erikson Institute. "The Art of Live-Looping" is Arthur Lee Land's professional musical focus in which he utilizes live-recording technology to create a one-man-band by layering African percussion, bass, acoustic and electric guitars, guitar synthesizer, vocals and talk box. A truly amazing program! Please take a moment to view this short video clip.

The Musical Life Skills Character Education Program
In this presentation, Arthur Lee Land masterfully engages students with his musical expertise and enthusiasm for life. Through dynamic performance, demonstration and audience participation, students learn that HARMONY and LISTENING are not only keys to making great music, but are also essential life skills in the classroom, at home and in the world. ArthurÕs assemblies also reinforce the concepts of social diversity, team work, tolerance and anti-bullying.

There are two other versions of Arthur's Music Life Skills Program that also feature HARMONY as the central theme utilizing "The Art of Live-Looping"

The Musical Life Skills Music Education Program
This version of Arthur's assembly program explores the TECHNOLOGY, INSTRUMENTS & MUSICAL SKILLS used in "The Art of Live-Looping."

The Art of Live-Looping and the ADD Mind
Highlights Arthur's positive approach to dealing with the challenges of AD/HD through finding a career and passion that utilizes his strengths. As a responsible, successful, and highly creative adult with ADHD who has chosen to live an alcohol and drug free life style, Arthur also offers special insight and appreciation for all students by serving as a positive role model. His performances are an inspiring example of the ADD mind at work, multi-tasking an amazing amount of elements to create his unique sound. ÊÊÊ

Testimonials

Live Looping is a unique way to get children involved. Arthur did a nice job keeping the audience\'s attention. His presentation was very enjoyable.
Dean Stankovic
Louisville, CO
Posted: 2008-04-25

He delivered an excellent message in an engaging and entertaining way. The kids loved it! He even personalized the songs for the kids. He is a talented performer and we would recommend him for any age level.
Sharla McCarron
Cedar Rapids, IA
Posted: 2008-04-25

The following is the announcement that I wrote for our PTA newsletter raving about the assembly: On Monday, December 17th the school was treated to a fantastic assembly. Arthur Lee Land is a touring musician who plays many different instruments. The assembly focused on Mr. Land\'s lesson about how harmony is so important in music as it is in life. He asked the students, \"Why do you think we have only one mouth and two ears?\" It is vital to listen in order to get along. It was fascinating to watch different instruments being played, recorded and looped to make this one-man-band sound like a complete ensemble. Many thanks to PTA for bringing the school such an enjoyable and educational program!
Lisa Roepe
Kansas City, MO
Posted: 2008-04-25

Arthur connected with the audience from the start. He began playing rhythms as the students entered the gym for the program. His message about listening and harmony were evident. He involved the students throughout his presentation as well.
Pam Ehly
Omaha, NE
Posted: 2008-04-25

Arthur has created a connection with our students. He came to our school as an unknown. Some of our students had seen him at summer camp and recommended that he call our school, so he did. When Arthur came to our school, he was able to create a connection that has continued from one year to the next. Our students love Arthur.
Mark Wall, Dean of Students, Cove School, Northbrook, Illinois

Arthur not only evoked a healthy interest in music, but he impressed both the children and me with how he used technology to augment his solo renderings. When he involved the students he won the crowd. His performance/sharing was engaging and educational for my ten and eleven year olds.....inspirational.
Matthew Morrison, 5th Grade Teacher, BirchElementary School, Broomfield CO.

...Perfect to grab the attention of our seventh grade audience.
Margaret Ekstrum
7th Grade Teacher, Sandburg Elementary School, Anoka, MN

We have hosted Arthur Lee Land at The Learning Camp on several occasions. We are a summer program for children with ADHD and Learning Differences. Each time the children have LOVED the evening of music, dance and FUN. It is a joy for the children to be Rockin' with a man that understands their challenges in school. He really connects with our children
Ann Cathcart
The Learning Camp/Founder, Vail CO

Arthur truly engages kids to a high degree. He knows how to speak their language. Every student was absolutely fascinated. I highly recommend him.
Julie Pullium,
General Music Teacher, Birch Elementary School, Broomfield CO