West African Drumming Ensemble (Intergenerational) Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 24

Expand knowledge of hand-drumming technique for djembe and kpanlogo drums, bells, shakers, and stick drums; create full textures of rhythms in traditional West-African genres, and how the layers of rhythms work together to create a conversation.

When you sign up for the West African Drumming Ensemble, you’ll be registered for 7 drumming sessions with no obligation to attend every session. The ensemble will meet each Saturday from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the following dates: January 6, 13, 20, & 27, February 3, 10, and 24. No class will be held on February 17.

The ensemble is composed of Intro to West African Drumming students and/or those who have attended a community West African Drumming event.

About the instructor: 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
Students who have completed the Introduction to West-African Drumming class or who have prior experience are welcome to join the ensemble.

Age Requirement
Students ages 12 and older are welcome to attend (ages 12-15 must register with another registered adult). Ages 16-17 can register with parent permission via email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org. To inquire about students younger than 12, please contact info@marinemillsfolkschool.org.

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

Cost Details
Tuition: $60 for the 7-week session