What we offer!
“Platforms that help Indigenous voices be heard in our country are so important. ” - Twin Flames
Virtual bookings for schools (English and French) are now available.
Twin Flames Program: Sharing Stories of Unbreakable Spirits
Curriculum Links
Understand the rich diversity of Indigenous cultures in Canada; gain an appreciation, through an interactive musical experience, for Indigenous culture and the use of both traditional and Western instruments; explore the realities of life for Indigenous peoples both historically and present day and what it is like to be a full time musician.
Artistic Disciplines
Music
Diversity
Culturally Diverse, Francophone, Indigenous, Men+, Women+
Age Groups:
All ages, Children ages 5 - 11, Children ages 12 - 18, Seniors, Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12,
College and University
Language Proficiency
English, French
Presentation Length:
45 min with a 15min interactive Q&A
We have created a playlist for schools. Visit us on youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtFYpEXGYEbIhReok4n5IkL-wlBDhlVkt
The Art of Songwriting
Twin Flames Program: The art of Songwriting
2 hour session with Twin Flames, where they share their insights into songwriting and how to get started. This works for beginner, intermediate and advanced songwriters.
Age Groups:
High School, Young Adults, Adults
Have you ever wanted to write a song?
Join us, Multi-Award-Winning songwriters Twin Flames we offer a 2-hour interactive virtual workshop for groups. We will introduce you to the tools and techniques you need to write your first song. You’ll look at some of the fundamentals of songwriting, building your knowledge as you progress.
We will go through the process of writing your own song, working on lyrics, storytelling, melody, finding the right chords and more.
Learn how to write a song:
The art of songwriting is one that just about anyone can learn. Whether or not you’ve tried your hand at music composition in the past, our presentation allows you to get creative and think critically about what you want to write. You’ll learn about what elements make a song, song structure and rhyming. Together we will explore the main steps involved.
Healing through Songwriting:
Writing songs is an enjoyable and creative way to express yourself. With this presentation, you’ll discover what started the Twin Flames' journey to writing and how writing songs can help people heal. We will look at how to set words to a rhythm, and examine what a compelling melody sounds like. We hope our techniques can help you write future songs on your own.
Topics we will cover:
Setting words to music
Time and pitch
Working with melody
Chords and chord progressions
Song forms
Arranging your song
Greatest chorus
Songs that stand the test of time
Jaaji and Chelsey’s passions include working with youth and inspiring them to dream without limitations. Although they are not a children’s band, their music caters to all ages. They are founders of Twin Flames — Sharing Stories of Unbreakable Spirits. Their presentation topics include music, cultural awareness, and songwriting in schools. Jaaji and Chelsey hope to give back to communities by encouraging youth to be changemakers. They share their journeys and knowledge of historical events that led to a changed way of life for their families and Indigenous peoples in Canada. Twin Flames advocate for mental wellness, suicide prevention, sobriety, environmental protection, and healthy lifestyles.