I have been part of the Beyond Music Program since October as the songwriting mentor for children of the Musqueam Nation here in Vancouver. It's a free year-long after school program co-inspired and co-developed by three neighboring institutions: the Vancouver Arts Colloquium Society, UBC Shine On Music and the Musqueam First Nation. Tailored for Musqueam youth Grades 5-8 meeting once a week at the Musqueam Community Centre.
These kids are so creative and full of life, it's been a pleasure to get to know them. We write songs, play games and talk about what's going in their lives. It's a privilege and an honor to be part of this program.