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An Introduction to West African DrummingSunday June 1, 1-2:30pmBrick House Community Center, Turners FallsSugg. Donation $20, no one turned away Join master drummer John Hughes for an intimate and communal journey into the vibrant and joyful world of West African drumming&mdash;an ancient, living art form rooted in the Manding cultures of West Africa. In this hands-on workshop, you&#39;ll gain a foundational understanding of the jembe (djembe) drum, its rich history and cultural significance. &nbsp;You&rsquo;ll learn the basic techniques required to give voice to the instrument and delve into the mesmerizing polyrhythms that have made this music celebrated around the world. Please bring a drum if you have one! &nbsp;A very limited number of drums will be available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis.

An Introduction to West African DrummingSunday June 1, 1-2:30pmBrick House Community Center, Turners FallsSugg. Donation $20, no one turned away Join master drummer John Hughes for an intimate and communal journey into the vibrant and joyful world of West African drumming—an ancient, living art form rooted in the Manding cultures of West Africa. In this hands-on workshop, you'll gain a foundational understanding of the jembe (djembe) drum, its rich history and cultural significance.  You’ll learn the basic techniques required to give voice to the instrument and delve into the mesmerizing polyrhythms that have made this music celebrated around the world. Please bring a drum if you have one!  A very limited number of drums will be available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis.

Weathervane Community Arts

An Introduction to West African Drumming with John Hughes

24 3rd St

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