Conferences

"Wonderful explanations, organization, connection with culture and music concepts. Ryan and Kalani were very knowlegeable, fun and completely authentic. Great information, great dancing and drumming, very educational. Time well spent!"
- Conference attendee, MMEA

Conference Sessions and Keynotes

Ryan Camara and Kalani presenting a session at the Maryland Music Educators Conference

Ryan Camara and Kalani session at MMEA

Kalani and Ryan M. Camara are dynamic conference presenters who combine expert technical instruction with innovative processess with roots in Western, Orff and African teaching methods to provide unique and inspiring experiences for teachers, students and aspiring musicians alike.

As a classically trained musician, music therapist and level III certified ORFF specialists, Kalani brings proven methods and uparralleled technical expertise and professional facilitation to any group. Ryan M. Camara spent the better part of the last 12 years immersed in the traditional music, dance and culture of West Africa learning to speak the language of Susu and of the jembe and dunduns. Together they offer one of the most compelling and authentic educational experiences for Music Educators, ORFF specialists, and community teachers and facilitators.

Kalani, Ryan and the World Rhythms Arts Program advocate a holistic multiple-discipline approach to arts education utilizing culturally authentic drumming, dance, and language to cultivate essential music, movement and life skills while fostering a respect and appreciation for other cultures and inspiring a life-long connection to the arts.

Kalani and Ryan will be presenting together at the Music Educatoras Associations National Conference in April 2008 and have presented WRAP sessions at:

Kalani and Ryan will be presenting the WRAP curriculum at Music Educator and Orff conferences across the U.S. and beyond this Winter and Spring. Check the WRAP calendar to find a WRAP presentation in your area. Interested in bringing a WRAP presentation to you? Contact us now to discuss your program.