African Drumming
with
Oumar Sagna
ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category
Arts & DIY
Event Overview
If you have a heart beat (sorry, vampires!) ... you have a natural rhythm.
All you need to do is listen to it, and mimic its beating on a drum to produce a steady beat.
This Dabble class will introduce students to the basics of African drums and a variety of exciting percussive instruments from Africa. Get individualized instructions on how to maneuver each insturment, then let loose to follow the beat of your heart.
Whether you've always wanted to learn to play drums, have an interest in learning more about African music, or wish to improve your skills, this class has something for you. Leave with a new skill and enough direction to continue to improve on your own. The class size is small enough that everyone will have an opportunity to hone (and show off!) what you learn.
This is not a drum circle, nor is it your standard class. Come experience African drumming--learn to be creative, rhythmic, and expressive through music!
No drums required! Drums and other instruments provided.
Minimum age
All ages welcome
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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST
Oumar Sanga is a Senegalese master drummer with over 25 years of teaching experience. He had his start growing up in West Africa, where traditional drumming music was a part of everyday life. Oumar first explored his love of music by learning to play the main musical instruments of his village people: The Bolong (a big log of tree carved in the middle and played on the rims with soft wood). He later decided to persue Djembe drumming. He stayed musically inclined throughout his schooling, earning a Bachelor's degree in French and English at the University of Dakar and then came to America in the fall of 1997 as part of an international teaching exchange program. Since moving to Milwaukee in 1998, Oumar has been a part of the Milwaukee Public Theatre and was among the cast of the popular play "Tales from The Nile." He is still working as an independent contractor, in addition to serving schools and organizations as a percussionist, story teller and dancer.
