TEACHING EXPERIENCE
*Assemblies and workshops in over 270 schools in seven states
*Teaching Artist and Repertory Performer:
Five years with The CNY Institute for Aesthetic Education
Two years with The CNY Community Arts Council
*The Augusta Heritage Program, Davis & Elkins College
*Youth Services, The Chautauqua Institution
*Elderhostel Instructor
NETWORK APPEARANCES
*The Canadian Broadcasting System, The Nashville Network
*CBS, PBS, and the BBC
AWARDS AND ENDORSEMENTS
*Winner of five SAMMYS, Syracuse Area Music Awards
*NYSCA: Folk Arts, POP, and Decentralization Grants
*New York State Department of Education
*BOCES Reimbursable Dollars Program
*UCCCA Resources Directory
*Young Audiences Rochester
*NY Foundation for the Arts
*Imagination Celebration
*Meet the Composer
ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS
Award winning multi-instrumentalist John Rossbach's compelling voice evokes
the many moods and magic of American folk music. His humorous improvisations
and outrageous tall tales teach how the stories, myths and legends in our
nation's songs reflect our cultural values.
John demonstrates his exceptional mastery of the mandolin, guitar and
banjo-America's most popular stringed instruments from the Civil War up to
the modern folk revival. His songs bring exciting historic adventures to life
such as the development of the railroads, the Emancipation Proclamation, and
the contributions of various European and African immigrant groups to New
York State's rich musical heritage.
LENGTH: 30-45 minutes flexible. Question and answer period optional.
WORKSHOPS
LET'S FORM A BAND!: Students learn the social skills of group cooperation in
a hands-on adventure that transforms ordinary objects into musical instruments.
Grades K-5: Music, Social Studies
THE EMOTIONS OF SOUND Part 1: We explore how different sounds have different feelings.
Grades K-5: Music, English, Drama, and Social Studies
TUNE-O-GRAMS: Students learn to draw and color the sounds and moods inspired
by live musical performances.
Grades 1-4: Music, Visual Arts
MAKIN' UP THE BLUES: A song-writing adventure that creatively explores an
indigenous American art form.
Grades 4-8: Music, English, Social Studies
THE EMOTIONS OF SOUND Part 2: Students discover how cultural stereotypes
affect our opinions about music.
Grades 6-12: Music, Social Studies, History
John's programs integrate the core curriculum of English (grades 5-6), Social
Studies (grades 2, 4-10), and NYS/American History (grades 4-8) with the
curriculum enrichment areas of Music (K-12), Visual Arts and Drama (grades 2-6).
Study guides, lesson plans, & song lists available on request.
RESPONSES FROM OTHER SCHOOLS!
"You have a wonderful knack for keeping kids attentive and your playing was phenomenal!"
-Kathy Barry, Music Teacher
Cayuga Elementary School, Union Springs, NY
"John excels at keeping students interested and in focus on the topic at all
times."
-Susan Jordan, First Grade Teacher
Owen D. Young Central School, Van Hornsville, NY
"The day following your evening performance, students were still humming your
tunes and asking me when you were coming back again!"
-Glenda House,Librarian
Lake Street Elementary School, Chittenango, NY
"If you want a rip-roaring good time, you can count on John!"
-Greg McCaslin, Program Director
The Center For Arts Education, New York City
"A truly gifted musician and an inspiring teacher."
-Dr. Daniel Franklin Ward
The Cultural Resources Council, Syracuse, NY
"He can flat burn it on the mandolin and guitar."
-Bluegrass Unlimited
"John Rossbach is one of the best guitarists around."
-Fiddler Magazine
"His voice is strong and sure and carries well."
-Sing Out!
FOR BOOKINGS CONTACT:
John Rossbach
347 Harpertown Road
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 637-3588
john@johnrossbach.com |
