Second Winter Workshop:
Patrick Ware
We Sing
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Christopher Newport University
Let us make a joyful noise from our fingers to our toes. Come join us as we make music with our full bodies. Experience songs, chants and rhymes from grades K-5. Let us enjoy song, movement and instrumental music all working in harmony.
About Our Clinician
Patrick Ware is an internationally known Orff - Schulwerk clinician and choral conductor. With a service to education spanning more than 25 years, he holds a B.A. in Music from Westfield State University, an MS.Ed from Radford University and a DMA from the Shenandoah Conservatory of Shenandoah University. Dr. Ware is a National Board Certified Teacher in Music/Elementary and Middle Childhood. He currently teaches all levels of movement as well as teaching Level II Basic Pedagogy for multiple Orff Teacher certification course. He is a former President of the Virginia Elementary Music Educators Association. Patrick has several books in print through Beatin’ Path Publications including works for treble choir with Orff Ensemble. Patrick teaches k-5 General Music and Chorus in Prince William County Virginia.
Location
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Address
Christopher Newport University
1 Avenue of the Arts,
Newport News, VA 23606
Parking Information
Parking can be found in the rear of the Ferguson Center in the Ferguson Center Parking Deck (there is no charge for parking). After leaving the Parking garage head toward the rear middle entrance of the Ferguson building. We will have signs posted on the door. As soon as you enter, you will be in the lobby of our gathering space, room 106- the large band rehearsal room. Coffee/tea and light refreshments will be available starting at 8:30am.
