Join us in a class in African and Afro-Cuban drumming!

Contact me for more information. Times will be announced .

Class Description
-This class is geared towards those who have little or no prior drumming experience, but also easily accommodates intermediate players.
For the warm-up we cover the basics such as holding and striking a drum, basic coordination drills. We will explore African and Latin Rhythms on a variety of instruments including djembe, conga drum, cajons and other ethnic instruments.

Topics include…
• Universal hand drum techniques
• Exercises for timing and speed
• Poly-Rhythms and Improvisation

Class Size – 5-7 people in a class.

Cost- The cost is 10 dollars a lesson per student and meets two-four times a month. Gather your friends and learn together. $20 per month.

Length of lesson - One hour.

Age- Classes will be for adults and children. Young children will need an adult. Both adult and children’s classes will be scheduled. (Times TBA)

Drums- Drums and instruments will be provided if you do not have your own. If you need a drum we can assist you with authentic African Djembe drums or other hand drums.

Participants in this class will experience:
• Handing Techniques
• Listening Skills
• Drum Sounds
• Experiential Percussion
• Simple Rhythmic Patterns
• Breathing
• Group Dynamics
• Volume
• Tempo
• Poly rhythm
• Timbre
• Drum circle etiquette

Lessons also available for drum set, snare drum, timpani, mallets and other percussion instruments.

Times available in half hour or hour time slots. $25 a half hour.