An beatbox workshop at the middle school is gaining international recognition with the arrival of an American champion.
At the middle school, beatboxing has made its way into the schoolyard. At the initiative of Jason, an educational assistant, a workshop dedicated to this vocal art has been developing for two years, allowing students to discover an original musical practice based solely on sounds produced with the mouth.
Every week, 17 middle school students, gathered in a mixed group, are gradually introduced to beatbox techniques. The program includes learning basic sounds, working on rhythm, and exploring a music culture in its entirety. Students readily cite their references, such as Mister Androïde or Peter Beatbox.
This Friday, the workshop took on an exceptional dimension. In partnership with the association One-One from Carcassonne, as part of the General Agreement for Artistic and Cultural Education (CGEAC), the middle school’s yard transformed into a true international stage.
On the eve of the international One-One battle organized at the Dome, the students had the privilege of welcoming Bizkit, the American beatbox champion, notably the Loopstation champion in 2021 and the United States champion in 2025. Known for his flow and technical skill, the artist provided an impressive demonstration, proving that the human voice has no limits. A mini-concert thus livened up the break time, close to the students.
Beyond the performance, the meeting continued with a privileged exchange time. In the form of an interactive press conference, prepared with their English teacher, Mrs. Cathary, the middle school students were able to interview the artist in his native language.
Founded in 2014, the association One-One carries an ambitious educational project: making hip-hop a means of transmission, inclusion, and empowerment. Through disciplines like beatboxing, breaking, and graffiti, it guides young people towards self-improvement and respect for others.
