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The Wright Rhythms for Small Hands
Experience the vibrancy of Glen “Papa” Wright as he encourages children to learn the three categories of percussion: rhythm, sound effects and melody. Papa’s combination of games and musicality pique the interest of all students and add fun to learning.
| Format | Costs | Grade Level(s) | Curriculum Connections |
| Workshop | Cost for 3 Classrooms x 1 session: $415 | Kindergarten - Grade 4 | Character Education Culture Dance / Movement Music |
About Wright, Glen "Papa"
Glenn "Papa" Wright has taught percussion since 1978 at the St. Louis Conservatory and Schools for the Arts in St. Louis, Missouri. Papa and his wife, Jackie, have performed as the storytelling duo Tales Told the "Wright Way" at numerous local and region storytelling festivals, including the Mid-Missouri Storytelling Festival and the St. Louis Storytelling Festival. Additionally, Papa's jazz percussion ensemble, "Rhythms in Motion," has recorded his original compositions on their album, which he co-produced for the Black Music Society of Missouri. As a board member and president of the Puppet Guild of Greater St. Louis, Papa promotes the arts of puppetry. Papa's "Story Time Puppets" have appeared several times on Show Me St. Louis.
All Programs by Wright, Glen "Papa"
- The Wright Rhythms for Small Hands (Residency)
- The Wright Rhythms for Small Hands (Workshop) - This Program
