Wincey Terry: Character Rocks! resources

David Gonzalez presents Cuentos, he paints a vivid picture of the people and rich cultures of the Spanish-speaking world with colorful tales from the Caribbean, South America, and the Bronx! From the silly antics of the Puerto Rican anti-hero “Juan Bobo” to the mysterious dealings and powers of the Orishas in a suite of Afro-Cuban stories, these tales are filled with memorable characters, fantastic plots and positive messages for children. Spanish language words are sprinkled throughout the stories and songs in such a way that young audiences can repeat and retain their sound and meaning. Solid entertainment and a great introduction to the marvelous world of Latino literature and culture.

ABOUT THE NJPAC ON THE MIC PODCAST

NJPAC On the Mic is an audio resource that takes Schooltime Performances to the next level. This podcast series features three exclusive, curriculum standards-aligned episodes for all of NJPAC’s 2022-2023 Schooltime Performances. On the Mic offers students the opportunity to engage their listening skills, deepen their understanding of the performance, and learn about the process of bringing a live or recorded production to life. This immersive audio experience features a theme song by students in the NJPAC arts education program.

How to Listen to njpac on the mic podcast

BEFORE THE PERFORMANCE

Episode: ABOUT (6 minutes)
Listen to this audio via the embedded media below for an introduction to the
performance, the artist or company, and the venue.


Includes: An introduction to the performance, artists & venue, welcome message
Written and hosted by Dania Ramos
Additional writing by the team behind Character Rocks
Sound editing, sound design, voiceover, theme and outro music by Michael Aquino
Additional music from Epidemic Sound
Welcome message voiced by Wincey Terry-Bryant
Series producers: Michael Aquino and Dania Ramos

AFTER THE PERFORMANCE

Episode: CONNECT (8 minutes)
Listen to this audio via the embedded media below for reflection questions, a closer
look at an aspect of the performance such as historical context or background on
the art form, and a brief selection of vocabulary words.


Includes: Reflection questions, a look at seven qualities of good character
Written and hosted by Dania Ramos
Sound editing, design theme and outro music by Michael Aquino
Additional music from Epidemic Sound
Opening question voiced by Wincey Terry-Bryant
Series producers: Michael Aquino and Dania Ramos

Episode: SPOTLIGHT (12 minutes)
Listen to this audio via the embedded media below for an exclusive interview with
an artist from the production or an NJPAC staff member followed by discussion
prompts.


Includes: An exclusive interview with the creator of Character Rocks
Written and hosted by Dania Ramos
Sound editing, design theme and outro music by Michael Aquino
Additional music from Epidemic Sound
Clip from “Character Rocks” written & performed by Wincey Terry-Bryant; produced by Shaunbass & Winceycomusic
Interview guest: Wincey Terry-Bryant
Series producers: Michael Aquino and Dania Ramos

Episode links and sources
NJPAC | Arts Education programs: njpac.org/arts-education
NJPAC | About NJPAC: njpac.org/about
NJPAC resources | Character Rocks: njpac.org/arts-education/teacher-resources
Wincey Terry-Bryant: winceyco.com/arts-horizons-feature*
Winceyco: winceyco.com*
Character Rocks coloring book/CD set: winceyco.com/shop/ols/products/character-rocks-coloring-book–music-cd-set*
Character Rocks music download: winceyco.com/shop/ols/products/char-rocks-music-download*