Classes with Nansady and Geraldine

Learn traditional African rhythms that are powerful, and a great source of inner joy.  Suitable for all ages.  An opportunity for people to discover something about West African culture.
Workshops led by Nansady and Geraldine. 

For information on workshops for schools and youth organisations, please contact Geraldine.

Beginners and Intermediate course (djembé and dundun)

These workshop will cover the fundamentals of djembé technique and timing by exploring dynamic rhythms of West Africa.  During this course the bass drums (dunduns) are introduced to allow students to hear the full sound of these traditional West Africa rhythms.
No experience necessary.

Day: Tuesdays                                
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Next course starting: February 2009          
Advanced booking is essential      
Enquiry / Booking: Geraldine

Day: Wednesdays                                
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Next course starting: February 2009       
Advanced booking is essential      
Enquiry / Booking: Geraldine

Intermediate Progressed course (djembé & dundun)

This workshop is for more experienced djembé students and classes focus more on learning solo phrasing and the bass drums patterns (dunduns) to fully represent the traditional rhythms.  Experience necessary.

Day: Thursdays
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Next course starting: February 2009
Advanced booking is essential
Enquiry/Booking: Geraldine

Advanced booking essential.
Contact Geraldine for more information.

        

If you are interested in a weekly workshop in your area, or a one off workshop with your organisation, please contact Geraldine for further information.

Quotes from participants:

" It is a brilliant way to de-stress after a long day at work"
EF
"The courses and workshop so far have been an experience that more people should try.  I've felt a great sense of achievement, all down to the patience of Nansady & Geraldine.   I've learnt many aspects of the djembe, two of them being - timing and smiling, not always in that order.  Great activity, great company and above all great tutors.  Long may they flourish! "
KB