Musical Life Skills is a fun, engaging and inspirational assembly program. In his 45 minute presentation, Arthur Lee Land masterfully engages students with his musical expertise and enthusiasm for life. Through dynamic performances, demonstrations and audience participation, students learn that melody, harmony and rhythm not only make great music, but are also key elements that make great life skills. Combining the manifold flavors of West African percussion, funky electric bass, soulful vocals and masterful guitar leads, Arthur Lee Land’s unusual one-man "Afrograss" Folk Rock Ensemble seamlessly utilizes "loop" (live recording) technology to create a soundscape that fills the stage – and unleashes the audience’s imagination. As a responsible, successful and highly creative adult with A.D.H.D., Arthur also offers special insight, inspiration and appreciation for students with A.D.D. by bringing attention to positive role models and by presenting fresh views on the strengths of this population.

Teacher Quotes

"I've seen Arthur work with high school and elementary students and recommend him for
any age group"
Lisa Boston , Art Instructor, Birch Elementary School, Broomfield CO

“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, 5^th Grade Teacher, Birch Elementary School, Broomfield CO.

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

“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

Bio

Arthur Lee Land possesses a rare passion for music, kids, and teaching which he has enthusiastically shared with schoolchildren around the country.  Combining 24 years as a professional musician/songwriter and 20 years as a music teacher, Arthur has developed an entrancing school program that turns school auditoriums into vibrant musical workshops that captivate students – and teachers.  Arthur is a staff guitar instructor at the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Song School in Lyons CO .  He has taught workshops at Swallow Hill Music Association in Denver CO , and spent two years on staff at the legendary Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago Illinois .

Since 1998, Arthur has kept a busy touring schedule, playing an average of 200 shows a year. He has recorded four of his own CD’s and played guitar on numerous recording projects. His latest CD is due out in early 2005 and is being produced by Grammy Award winning songwriter and producer Wendy Waldman. For more information on Arthur’s music and tour schedule visit http://www.arthurleeland.com.

Past Performances