As the Lansing School District went back to in-person learning this year, AOTA instructors James Gardin and Young Heat joined them at Sexton High School!
We’re all eager to jump into summer, but we can’t help looking back to celebrate this pilot program, RAP, with excitement and hope for the future!
Thanks for a great 2021/2022 school year, LSD and Sexton! | Hip Hop. Education. Community. All of the Above. – Photos by MilesYoung Media
As the Lansing School District went back to in-person learning this year, AOTA instructors James Gardin and Young Heat joined them at Sexton High School!
Teachers at Sexton and AOTA instructors worked together utilizing hip-hop to revamp class curriculum and connect with students in a way that translates to current times.
Thanks for a great 2021/2022 school year, LSD and Sexton! | Hip Hop. Education. Community. All of the Above. – Photos by MilesYoung Media
This is what we want the community to see whenever they attend one of our classes, sessions, or events.
This is what we want the community to walk away with after sharing time and space with us.
This is what we want to pass along to one another no matter where we are or what we’re doing.
Hip Hop. Education. Community. All of the Above. | AOTA – Photo by Yo Joe Photo
A is for All. Us. We. United. Together. Community. Culture. Support and encouragement powered by love.
Hip Hop. Education. Community. All of the Above. | AOTA - Photo by Yo Joe Photo
“All of the Above Hip Hop Academy is a non-profit organization made up of artists, educators, and advocates that mentor youth, support artistic expression and serve communities as a Hip Hop Cultural resource for the purpose of youth development.”
Hip Hop. Education. Community. All of the Above. | AOTA - Photo by Yo Joe Photo
Connecting to something bigger than oneself ignites the imagination and fuels possibility.
Having Ameur Guesmi aka Bboy Zulu Rema with us was 100% pure concentrated brilliance.
For our young breakers to see Hip Hop’s impact in the global context through the eyes of a 21-year-old old Tunisian B-boy and visual artist was an unforgettable experience.
For him to take the time to train with our students, sharing knowledge and techniques was legendary.
Thank you, Rema, and the folks at Hip Hop Association of Advancement and Education (HHAAE) for blessing us.
You have fam here in Lansing Michigan. | AOTA
We are proud to announce that, moving forward, all our programs are FREE!!!
With so many highlights, we are grateful to be wrapping up a monumental year. And we’re excited about 2022!
We hope you are too. |AOTA - Photo by Carla Brooks
Jaylon Ford is a J.W. Sexton High School graduate, talented rapper, and vocalist.
As a creative with fresh ideas, a dope voice, the intellect and the dedication to see his gifts forge a bright future for himself, Jaylon is a light within the AOTA community.
We’re honored to have been a part of his growth through B.A.R.S. It’s exciting to imagine all the good coming his way in 2022!
Take a moment and salute this gem of a human being! |AOTA
And just like that … summer is over!
August was full of some incredible moments. Here’s a quick highlight real.
Shout outs to Afterglow Market, ELAF, Reach Studio Art Center, our program alumni/participants, and community partners for creating spaces for magic to happen. | AOTA
Clips Courtesy of: Ozay Moore, Rayshawn Grissom, and Carla Brooks
Music Courtesy of: B.A.R.S. participants and Stro Elliot / Ozay Moore
Sitting in a session with Y’z and his protégés is a treat for the eyes and ears.
Being there allows you to hear creativity at work. You get a taste of all the sounds being poured together into a gumbo of melodies, drum patterns, breaks, and bass.
Y’z is there to stir their ingredients. His spoon is words of encouragement and direction. It’s wonderful to hear. | AOTA
Quality control. Think about what that phrase means.
Its definition insinuates organization. It stands for responsibility. In the right hands it denotes a bright future.
Every last Saturday of the month Quality Control is in the hands of AOTA educator Y’z Council.
The producer/DJ and his understudy The Juice, the future of Hip Hop culture, play a thrilling live set from The Record Lounge in REO Town.
Assuming control, Y’z ensures that everyone watching via Twitch.tv/Aotahiphop will see and hear the best presentation of musical excellence.
They’ll understand the quality that’s being taught to our students and community.
Each one, teach one. #Build517
