[Perform-Talk] Join Us: The Basics of Braille Music workshop

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Oops.  I had the wrong date noted for your event.  I will see about the 22nd.


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From: Perform-Talk <perform-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bill McCann, Dancing Dots via Perform-Talk
Sent: Monday, February 9, 2026 10:43 AM
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Subject: Re: [Perform-Talk] Join Us: The Basics of Braille Music workshop

Hi Dezman, 

Regretfully I could not join in last night.  Congratulations on organizing this online event.  Will you make a recording available?

Regards from Dancing Dots,
Bill McCann
President

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-----Original Message-----
From: Perform-Talk <perform-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Dezman Jackson via Perform-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:41 PM
To: perform-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: jackson.dezman at gmail.com
Subject: [Perform-Talk] Join Us: The Basics of Braille Music workshop

Hello Performing Arts Division members,

 

Please mark your calendars and join us for an upcoming interactive workshop, The Basics of Braille Music, happening Sunday, February 22, 2026 from
7:00-8:30 PM Eastern on Zoom.

This workshop is designed to introduce participants to the foundations of Braille music and help demystify how music is read and written nonvisually.
Whether you are brand new to Braille music or have some prior knowledge, all are welcome.

During the workshop, we will cover:

*	The history and development of Braille music
*	Key differences between Braille music and print music formats
*	Basic Braille music symbols to get you up and going
*	Interactive reading, writing, and rhythm exercises
*	Group discussion and Q&A throughout the session

Practice files for the interactive exercises will be provided ahead of time, and participants will also receive resources for further learning and reference.

Helpful (but not required) background for participants includes:

*	Knowledge of literary grade 1 (uncontracted) Braille
*	Familiarity with basic music concepts such as notes and note values
*	A way to read Braille exercises (for example, a Braille embosser or
refreshable Braille display/notetaker)
*	A way to write Braille (such as a Perkins Brailler or slate and
stylus)

Most important of all is a willingness to participate, explore, and learn together.

We hope you'll join us for this engaging and hands-on introduction to Braille music. More details, including Zoom access and materials, will be shared soon.

 

Warmly,
Dezman Jackson

Treasurer, National Federation of the Blind Performing Arts Division

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