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Mountain Rythym Drums and Tanglefoot Lodge have joined again to bring you another completely unique percussive experience. Building on the incredible success of the Mountain Rythym Drum Experience, we have put together an absolutely mind blowing weekend of learning and fun. This weekend in the beautiful Kawarthas will introduce you to rhythmic teachings from around the world, taught by some of the top percussionists around! Come spend some quality time with people who live and breath rhythm! Like the Mountain Rythym Drum Experience, this event will be very intimate giving an extremely high student teacher ratio. For this reason it is open to a wide range of experience levels. The weekend includes all accommodations (Friday and Saturday night), all meals and snacks, instruction and use of the facilities at Tanglefoot Lodge. The cost is $350 + gst per person. We are also offering a few camping spots (bring your own tent) for $275 + gst per person. Here is a general outline of what you could expect…. Friday: Introduction
to Escola de Samba- The samba rhythms of Rio de Janeiro's Carnival. Taught
by Rick Lazar Participants will learn the playing techniques of the different instruments that make up the Batteria-the caixa [snare drum], tamborim, agogo bell, chocallho[shaker], surdo 1-2 - 3, the repenique and cuica. Then, learn how it all comes together to create the exciting samba rhythm of Rio’s Carnival. Saturday: Introduction to North Indian Rhythmic Theory. Taught by Ray Dillard This workshop will introduce the participants to an overview of the rhythmic language of North Indian classical music. This language, sometimes called tal, will show a method of rhythmic development which can be applied to many different styles of music. This developmental "technique" will serve as a basis for rhythmic manipulation exercising both musical and mental faculties! African Session #1 – Poly-rhythms with the Djembe African Session #2 – Stick Drumming and Bell Playing Taught by Andy Morris
Ghanaian drumming styles of In these two sessions, you'll
learn a variety of ensemble drumming styles with traditional songs and dance
accompaniment. Share in the ongoing journey of discovery of these ancient but
lively drumming styles. Play with a multi part group and discover not only a new
way to drum but a few new ways to hear. The workshops will examine some hand
drumming pieces, some ewe stick drumming pieces as well as Gammamla bell styles.
The pieces are all multi voiced with parts for all levels of playing. The
workshops are taught orally-bring a drum (drums will be provided) an open heart
and open ears- no paper required . Guided Listening Session Facilitated by Ray Dillard This session will feature recordings and discussions of music suggested by all of the teaching staff to help familiarize the participants in high level performance of the styles of percussion music discussed in the various sessions. This will also serve to start a mini discography of suggested recordings for future study and deeper understanding of these styles. Evening performances and group play Sunday: Introduction to Afro-Cuban
Percussion Taught by Paul Ormandy The Intro to Afro-Cuban Drumming
workshop will focus on two selections of music rooted in the Congolese and
Yoruban traditions of Cuba. Participants will learn the Makuta and Bembé
rhythms while performing on congas, chekeres and cowbell with the
opportunity to participate in call and response style singing. Workshop content
will also include information regarding aspects of historical development,
social relevance, and religious significance of the music. Palmas and Box Cajon –
Flamenco Rhythm Taught by Paul Ormandy This workshop will concentrate
on two popular Flamenco styles known as Tangos and Rumba.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn basic box cajon patterns for
each as well as augmented versions involving congas, bongos, shakers, udu, and
the all-important palmas (hand clapping). This workshop will also include a
short listening session featuring current recordings of some of Spain's greatest
Flamenco musicians. Closing Celebration Space is very limited so
register soon if you are interested!! To register, please send an email to check availability, then we will need a (non-refundable) deposit of $100 per person. We can take Visa/Mastercard or Amex over the phone, or you can mail out a cheque.
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