Instructor: Colmey
This class is for adults only, and focuses on indigenous drumming styles of West Africa. Concepts covered include all the basics of hand drumming including tone, bass, slap and muffle strokes, instruction on various rhythms of the Ewe people, ensemble playing, call and response, improvisation, the role of rhythms in African societies, and introduction to other percussive instruments including the bell, shaker, karimba. Drums are provided for in class use. Gary’s Music provides student discounted drums to those that are interested in owning their own drum. Ages 18 & up.
Price: $75. Class is 1.0 hours long and meets once a week.
