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August 2010 click on the following links to go to detail below Single Day Workshops: African Drum Songs, Saturday, August 7th 3:00-5:00 pm Rhythm of Spirit, Sunday August 8th 1:00-3:00 pm ReiDRUM, Wednesday, August 18th 6:30-8:30 pm Drum Circle/Jam, Saturday, August 21st 6:30-8:00 pm Intro to Hand Drum, Saturday, August 28th 3:00-5:00 pm
Monthly Series and Drop-in Workshops: Drop-in Co-ed Rhythm Circle, 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, August 11th and 25th 6:30-7:30 pm Drop-in Drumming ensemble, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, August 10th and 24th 7:45-9:00 pm Let’s Rock! Drop-in-Drum set and stick drumming, Tuesday Aug. 17th 7:45-9:00 pm Salsa Workshop and Potluck, Friday August 13th 7:30pm
Recurring Weekly Classes for the month of August HealthRHYTHMS, Mondays August 2nd-23rd 7:00-8:30 pm Women Who Groove ensemble, Tuesdays Aug. 3rd-31st 6:15-7:30 pm
Single Day Workshops
Experience the joy of music from West Africa. In this workshop we will practice basic hand drum, stick and bell playing techniques and then apply the techniques as we learn 2 West African Drum Songs. We have drums and percussion instruments to share. Beginners welcomed.
When: August 7th (Sat.) 3:00-5:00 pm Marisa
Fee: $25
Shamanic drumming is an ancient technique of beating the drum 180 beats per minute and is used to access the Theta waves of the brain. When we are stressed we are in the Beta state and when we meditate we are in the Alpha state. Theta is the dream like state accessed by beating one monotonous strike on the drum for a period of time. We will honor the four directions and enter into a space of serenity and peace. Come meet your power animal or totem through visual dreaming and be open to insight. Let the drum beat carry a healing message. Will your animal be the Bear, Buffalo, or Coyote? What messages do your power animals have for you? We will learn how to shamanic drum for ourselves and others. We will also connect our spirit with each other through the circle as we drum the heart beat of Mother Earth. Share your personal power animal vision with others if you wish. Bring a frame drum and beater if you have one or one will be provided for you. 2 hours.
When: Aug. 8(Sun.) 1:00-3:00 pm Instructor: Cheri Bunker
Fee: $25
Combines the ancient Tibetan art of Reiki with the healing beat and vibration of the drum. Drumming is an evidence based wellness tool that has a positive impact on the immune system. It is a great healing tool for anyone to use in their daily life or for Reiki healers to use in their practice. In this workshop you will give and receive a session of healing, be provided with written information and receive a certificate of participation. If you have your own frame drum and mallet please bring it as we will place our drums in the circle and do a ceremony called, Blessing of the Drums. If you do not have a drum one will be provided for you to use. This class is open to all.
When: Aug. 18(Wed.) 6:30-8:30 pm Instructor: Cheri Bunker
*Pre-registration required - minimum to hold the workshop is 2 participants.
Fee: $25
We will come together to explore drum and percussion sounds, techniques, and rhythms and see where the spirit takes us. Bring your drum if you have one, if not we have drums and percussion instruments to share.
When: Saturday - 3rd Saturday of the month 6:30-8:00 pm Instructors: Cheri Bunker
Date: Aug. 21(Sat.)
Fee: $5-$10 Payment taken evening of circle
This is an introductory workshop for women and girls to learn techniques applicable for a variety of hand drums such as the conga, djembe and ashiko. Once we practice the techniques we will learn a few drum songs and enjoy the experience of playing in a drum ensemble. When: Aug. 28 (Sat) 3:00-5:00 pm Instructor: Marisa Cuneo-Linsly
Fee: $25
Monthly Series and Drop in Workshops
New! Co-ed Rhythm Circle for Drumming Outdoors! (Drop-in) When: Second and Fourth Wednesday evenings 6:30-7:30 pm
Aug. 11 & 25
Where: Somewhere outside! (Weather permitting).
Description: Got a case of the Wednesdays? This group is for you! Facilitated by WDC percussionist Bonnie Hering, the focus of the Co-ed Rhythm Circle is to promote spiritual healing, stress relief and joy by building a diverse community of players who are interested in coming together on a bi-monthly basis to explore percussion, rhythm and freedom of expression.
Why: Drumming is - in and of itself, and without effort - a meditation. When we sit down to drum, we lose ourselves in practiced technique, soothing vibration and energized synchronicity of heart, mind and spirit. Communal desires are awakened in our being and we become part of a homogeneous force that inspires joy and relieves us of our stresses.
Logistics: Meet at 6:10pm to move drums/chairs, play from 6:30-7:30. (Or, if you have your own drum, meet on location with your drum and a chair/stool at 6:30). All levels of experience are welcomed and encouraged.
Fee: $5-$15 sliding scale, payment taken evening of circle
This group will have a chance to learn about and play various drums and percussion instruments. The music focus is mostly from Africa, the Caribbean, Brazil and some contemporary rhythms. No pressure to memorize parts, just come and enjoy the rhythms and learning that happens in the moment. We will allow time for improvisation too. When: Tuesdays - (2nd & 4th) 7:45-9:00 pm Instructor: Marisa Cuneo-Linsly
Aug. 10 & 24
Fee: $12 / Payment taken evening of drop-in
Let’s Rock! Drop in - Drum set and stick drumming
Work on rock drumming and the basics of playing drum set and stick drumming. We will also explore other notable percussion instruments used in rock music. Sessions may include playing along to popular music.
When: 3rd Tuesday of each month. 7:45-9:00 pm Instructor: Nicole Radotich
July 20 Aug. 17
Fee: $12 per session / payment taken evening of Let' Rock!
Salsa Workshop and Potluck Series (Pre-registration appreciated)
Embrace the warmth of summer with the spirit of Salsa music and dancing. In this three-part series, we will collectively embark on three endeavors:
1)Bring and share a favorite Cuban and/or Puerto Rican style recipe. 2) Explore the history and composure of Salsa and Merengue music, as well as learn and refine techniques and rhythms applicable to Bongos, Congas and Timbales. 3) Dance!
Come for the percussion workshop, bring a Carribean dish to share and get an intro course on the steps of salsa dancing. Then, off to an evening at Dixie’s on Grand to hear a live Salsa band and try out our dancing legs!
Dates: Fridays - August 13th.
Times: Potluck from 7:30-8:00, Workshop from 8:00-9:30, Music & Dancing at Dixie’s on Grand from 10:00 - well... ‘til we’re tired!
Fee: $25 (Pre-registration is appreciated).
Instructor: Bonnie Hering
August 13th
Recurring weekly classes for the month of August
Group recreational music making can be such a great release for tension and stress and is an evidence based program concluding that an hour of drumming can boost your immune system. Discover your own personal rhythm when you join with others in wellness exercises such as Tai Chi, drumming, dancing, guided imagery and feeling the heart beat of the drum as you release what ever does not serve you and connect you with your own true spirit. No experience necessary and there will be drums and percussion instruments available. Bring your friends.
When: Monday night 7:00-8:30 pm (4 week session) Instructor: Cheri Bunker
Aug. 2-23 (Time change: 7:00-8:30 pm)
Fee: $40
This class focuses on 3 to 4 drum songs, with the goal of being able to learn, memorize and realize progress on your drumming techniques and ability to manage your drum parts for each song. Each week builds on the last one. Some drumming experience required.
When: Tuesdays 6:15-7:30 pm (4 week sessions) Instructor: Marisa Cuneo-Linsly
Aug. 3-31
Fee: $60 5 week month ($12 per week)
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