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Introduction to Djembe Hand-Drumming Workshop

Instructor: Barbara Gail

If you're new to hand-drumming, the djembe is an excellent place to begin.

Whether you're a completely raw beginner or have some exposure to the drum, this class is for you.

The West African djembe drum has become the most popular hand-drum worldwide, and is very accessible to learn to play. You find them in schools, in friend's houses, and on stage. Learn the language of the drum, pulse exercises, technique and rhythm patterns.

Vocalizing rhythms and visual aids are used to help you find your place in the beat. Relaxing and energizing! Usually offered as a 1 to 2-hour workshop. Pre-teen thru adult. Drums available for in-class rental and purchase.

This workshop is almost always offered at our store in Nokomis, Sarasota County, Florida, at the beginning of each season, followed by a weekly series for those who wish to continue with their djembe lessons. Sometimes it's also offered in other areas of Sarasota County, and beyond. We welcome your assistance in bringing it to your neck of the woods!

Also available as a terrific 'playshop' experience for schools, conferences, staff retreats, and other gatherings!

 

 

Djembe Hand-Drumming

"Thanks for being such a wonderful teacher —and as a 31 year vet, I know a great teacher when I meet one!"
–Participant/Teacher

"It was fun to drum with women."
–Participant/Artist

"This class helped this "rhythmically challenged" person a great deal! As a music teacher, I find myself able to do rhythms and patterns with students that I could not do before!"
–Participant/Music Teacher

"I've taken several djembe classes and workshops, and you're the best teacher I've had. I really get it now!"
Participant/School Teacher

"Thank you for another wonderful drumming workshop. I really enjoyed experiencing drumming again in a group. You have lovely energy which I was the grateful recipient of."
–Participant


"I am so delighted that you came and did it! Thank you, thank you! Perhaps another increment could be planned for after the holidays?!"
—Studio Owner and Workshop Sponsor/Participant


"A family in rhythm together, is a family in rhythm together!"

—Participant/Craftsperson
/Business Owner
(about what it was like taking the class with her husband and daughter)

 


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