PERCUSSION CLASSES

Explore samba and other Afrocentric percussion traditions in this friendly group setting

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Personal instruments, drumsticks, and earplugs are encouraged for all classes but not required (new sticks are available for purchase). All levels welcome. 
MORE CLASSES + DRUMMING
BRAZILIAN PERCUSSION w/ JORGE ALABE
Oakland, CA.​
Jorge Alabe, master Ogan in the Afro-Brazilian religion of Candomble, hosts regular classes-- in person or via Zoom. Take an opportunity to learn from the source! 

Orixa Dance Technical Class
This series focuses details of the dance movements for each Orixa, movement by movement, and how the combination of feet and body work together, connected with specific drum rhythms. The class if for people interested in learning how Orixa dance movement works in the Candomble tradition as practiced in Brazil.​

Rhythms of Candomble
These series cover the full range of drum rhythms from this tradition as played on atabaques or conga drums, drawing from Jorge Alabe's deep experience, skill, and authority in this beautiful percussion tradition.
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Pagode Percussion Class Series
The class covers drum technique and style for all the typical pagode instruments (including pandeiro, tantan, surdo, repique de mao, reco-reco, caixa, tamborim, agogo); 1–2 songs will be introduced each week.

Bateria class series
Rio-style samba drum technique and ensemble playing. New people with some playing experience are welcome as well as ongoing class members. Plan to bring your own instruments--surdo, caixa, repinique, tamborim, agogo, chocalho.

​Email Deborah at dlcogan@sonic.net if interested in attending. For questions, contact Deborah at email above or Jorge Alabe at jor
​gealabe@yahoo.com or 510-393-6400.
 
See also on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/187474939634489

COMMUNITY DRUMMING w/ JIM GREINER
Santa Cruz, CA.
​Visit www.SantaCruzDrumLessons.com for more info.

DJEMBE AND DUNUN CLASSES at DRUMSKULLS
Santa Cruz, CA.
https://drumskulldrums.com/miscellaneous/events/classes-workshops.html

SANTA CRUZ DRUM CIRCLES
https://www.meetup.com/drum-circles-by-the-sea/​

MONTEREY SAMBA
Wednesday rehearsals: c. 5:30/6
Location: Window on the Bay (Del Monte Ave)
Inquire w/ Mark 831.915.0777 
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CLASS SCHEDULE

CLASS
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TIME
LOCATION (see below)
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SAMBA GROUP
Sunday
1:00-3:00
Natural Bridges
$5-$20
HAND DRUMMING
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SAMBA STUDY
Tuesday
7:30-9:00
Tannery Arts Center
$5-$20

No Classes Jan 24, 29, 31; Feb 5

Mar 5th Class 12-2pm
Cash, ​Paypal​, and Venmo, Google Pay, and Cash App payments accepted.
​No one will be turned away for a lack of funds. 
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Joe Mailloux M.M.
(831) 435-6813
​JoeMailloux@gmail.com
Lesson Hours:
Mon-Sat
​Tannery Arts Center
1030 River St. 
Santa Cruz, Ca. 95060