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Joe Davis

Joe Davis is an award-winning spoken word artist and bestselling author who uses poetry to power possibility. He is the founder and director of Finding Your Freedom Practice, an artist collective teaching holistic health and wellness practices through spoken word, writing, music, theater, film, and dance. Joe holds a Master of Arts degree in Theology [...]

Dj Piecemeal

Minneapolis-based artist Dj Piecemeal is best known for his genre-bending sets. Steeped in hip-hop and nerd culture, Dj Piecemeal strives to push the classification of how a DJ should look and sound. From livestreams, live performances and community events, Dj Piecemeal strives to create a memorable and in-the-moment soundscape for his listeners. Teaching Artist Statement [...]

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Mike Arturi

From his unique vantage point on thousands of stages as a lifelong professional drummer, Mike has witnessed the power of rhythm and its ability to connect with hearts and souls. Mike shares the power of rhythm through hand drums and Drum Circles to spark learning and create a sense of community with all who participate. [...]

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Desdamona

Desdamona is an internationally recognized, award-winning poet, Hip Hop artist, and teaching artist whose work combines performance, youth development, and community engagement. Since beginning her performance career in Minneapolis/Saint Paul in 1996, she has used poetry, storytelling, and Hip Hop as tools for self-expression, connection, and personal transformation. For nearly three decades, Desdamona has facilitated [...]

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COMPAS is an arts education nonprofit that puts creativity in the hands of Minnesotans, regardless of their age, background, or skills. Based in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro area, COMPAS teaching artists deliver creative experiences and arts programming across Minnesota.

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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.