falling in africa
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This page contains a summary of the album procedures and accomplishments with a special thank you to all our sponsors (clickable logos) who made this possible! "The journey of creating Falling in Africa has been transformative, not only for me but for the communities involved. This project stands as a testament to the power of art in bridging cultural divides and fostering a sense of unity. By capturing the voices of children from both Canada and Namibia, I hope to inspire future generations to appreciate and celebrate cultural diversity." - Garth Prince (scroll down for the full reflection) |
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Album Name: Falling in Africa (album)
and Grazing Back Home (corresponding book) Artist Name: Garth Prince Genre and Target Market: Children and Families Recording Location: Edmonton (Alberta, Canada) and Kuisebmund (Namibia, Africa) Timeframe: Production: 2017 - 2020 Release Date: November 20, 2020 Sales: Ongoing Award & Nominations: 2022: JUNO Award for "Children's Album of the Year" 2022: Canadian Folk Music Award nomination for "Children's Album of the Year" 2021: Western Canadian Music Awards nominee for "Children's Artist of the Year" Communities Involved:
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videosWatch Garth winning the JUNO Award in Toronto, 2022: Watch Garth working in the studio with kids during the recording sessions in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. |
A reflection by the artist: Garth Prince
In 2017, I began grant applications for what seemed like a crazy idea: creating a children's album featuring voices from Canada and Namibia, accompanied by a children's book (since CDs were becoming less viable as merchandise). Engaging with a community can be challenging if you can't physically be there. I chose to fly to Namibia to work with students, but this approach was costly and kept me away from my family.
I often attend markets to share the story behind the music and book with potential buyers and a times, I distribute my products through vendors. While sales are good, I wonder if customers understand the creation process and whether I should do more to communicate the story. Working with children taught me the importance of maintaining a playful process while aiming for a professional product. Balancing creativity and discipline was the main challenge.
The journey of creating Falling in Africa has been transformative, not only for me but for the communities involved. This project stands as a testament to the power of art in bridging cultural divides and fostering a sense of unity. By capturing the voices of children from both Canada and Namibia, I hope to inspire future generations to appreciate and celebrate cultural diversity. I am grateful for the support of all the collaborators, schools, and community members who believed in this vision. As I look forward to new projects, I carry with me the invaluable lessons learned and the deep connections made through this extraordinary experience.
In 2017, I began grant applications for what seemed like a crazy idea: creating a children's album featuring voices from Canada and Namibia, accompanied by a children's book (since CDs were becoming less viable as merchandise). Engaging with a community can be challenging if you can't physically be there. I chose to fly to Namibia to work with students, but this approach was costly and kept me away from my family.
I often attend markets to share the story behind the music and book with potential buyers and a times, I distribute my products through vendors. While sales are good, I wonder if customers understand the creation process and whether I should do more to communicate the story. Working with children taught me the importance of maintaining a playful process while aiming for a professional product. Balancing creativity and discipline was the main challenge.
The journey of creating Falling in Africa has been transformative, not only for me but for the communities involved. This project stands as a testament to the power of art in bridging cultural divides and fostering a sense of unity. By capturing the voices of children from both Canada and Namibia, I hope to inspire future generations to appreciate and celebrate cultural diversity. I am grateful for the support of all the collaborators, schools, and community members who believed in this vision. As I look forward to new projects, I carry with me the invaluable lessons learned and the deep connections made through this extraordinary experience.
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Watch Garth working in the classroom with kids from Kuisebmund Primary School in preparation for the live concert. Some vocals were recorded live for the album. |
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