Intro to West African Drumming (Intergenerational) Nov. 4, 11, & 18, 2023

Join instructor Janice Hunton for a hands-on lesson in West-African drumming. Learn hand-drumming technique for djembe and kpanlogo drums, discover traditional West-African rhythms and how the layers of rhythms work together to create a conversation. If you enjoy the class, you can continue playing with our weekly ensemble.

This class will take place on 3 consecutive Saturdays, for one hour each time:

November 4, 11, & 18

Janice Hunton taught at the Perpich Center for Arts Education for 27 years and led the African Drumming Ensemble there for 15 years. She studied West-African music at the University of St. Thomas, Hamline University, and has traveled two times to the Dagara Music Center in Ghana.

Your instructor will provide the following materials:

• Drums for up to 6 students at a time
• Additional instruments

Students are asked to bring:

• Joy, openness to learning something new, and a djembe or kpanlogo drum if they have one.

Skill Level
No experience needed. 

Age Requirement
Students ages 12 and older are welcome to attend this class (ages 12-16 must register with another registered adult).

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $40

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance a teacher’s need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible!

If interested, you can find our cancellation policy here.