Write an essay of a minimum of at least 800 words addressing the points and questions from the content in the videos “using all three videos”
Rapper, business owner and activist, Marco Pavé delivers an inspiring talk on how the arts saved his life. Beyond his individual story, Marco discusses how “cradle-to-career” arts policy that focuses on infrastructure to support artists can boost the local economy, address poverty by creating pathways to entrepreneurship, and consequently deter crime.
Memphis native Marco Pavé sits at the intersection of hip-hop, arts communities, technology, and local activism, harnessing the power of music to transform his city. He is Project Pat meets KRS-One, spitting an urban country consciousness with a confidence that could only emerge from coming of age as a Muslim Millennial in North Memphis. As the leader of Radio Rahim Music, Marco is committed to his community as well as his music. He uses his music as a pathway to build partnerships and influence how organizations engage with Memphis communities through art. Memphis’ robust arts community is poised to empower diverse community members to identify local issues and develop ongoing solutions. He has partnered with Memphis grassroots organizations, government officials, schools and universities, activists, and local entrepreneurs on various projects that have transformed how the city of Memphis tackles such issues as literacy and economic development.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdUoFl8WEzI (Links to an external site.)
Entrepreneurship and Music Education
Buskaid is a project that transforms the lives of young Sowetans, while doing justice to classical music. Viola player and Director of Buskaid Rosemary Nalden, takes us through how she is able to make her musicians work the crowd through good melodic tunes.
Buskaid – A perspective from South Africa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJO7Azz4Cl4
Dr. Quinton Morris is an accomplished violinist and has performed at such esteemed venues as Carnegie Hall. He is the Professor of Music and Director of Chamber and Instrumental Music at Seattle University where he is driving innovation into his educational programs. Dr. Morris founded the Young 8, a string octet of talented African American artists dedicated to children, music and education. He is dedicated to assisting young people in shaping their artistic careers and their presence as leaders in their communities.