Thursday, April 25, 2024

Hollywood songwriter, musician and voice actor coming to Harrisburg school for student workshops


The Capital Area School for the Arts will have a special guest visit and speak with their students.

Dan Navarro, a musician, songwriter and voice actor, will attend the school on April 26, during which time "Navarro will engage with students in a variety of enriching activities, including a jam session with both music and non-music majors, a masterclass featuring student performances, and a theatre masterclass," according to a press release.

"This interaction promises to inspire and empower CASA students to explore their creative potential and pursue excellence in their artistic endeavors," the press release said.

Navarro is one half of the songwriting team Lowen & Navarro, who wrote "We Belong" for Pat Benatar. Navarro has written songs and performed with artists including Jackson Browne, The Bangles, Dave Edmunds and Keb' Mo'.

He has also appeared as a voice actor in films such as "Encanto" and "Happy Feet," animated series such as "Family Guy," and for a range of commercials.

"We are thrilled to welcome Dan Navarro to CASA and provide our students with the opportunity to learn from such a seasoned and versatile artist," said Rhonda Brunner, inter CEO of CASA, in a press release. "Navarro's visit embodies our commitment to nurturing artistic talent and fostering a dynamic learning environment where creativity thrives."

The Capital Area School for the Arts is a charter school located in Harrisburg, with 200 students enrolled from 30 school districts. Students pursue traditional academic studies as well as art programs in disciplines of dance, visual arts, film and video, theatre, creative writing and music.

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