Join Také as we honor Women's History Month through our drum circle, where we’ll explore colorful rhythms from around the globe. The circle begins with a warm up that will teach you a specific rhythmic pattern. We’ll continue playing that pattern to connect with each other and to find the freedom to express ourselves. Rhythm becomes the language we use to communicate, and as we continue to play, we develop a vocabulary. When that vocabulary develops, that’s when the fun begins! Once you get comfortable with rhythms, we will get our bodies moving. Then, we’ll move into Doun Doun Dance. The Doun Doun Dance is a unique and fun combination of dancing and drumming that originates from Guinea, West Africa.
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It is typically performed by women. Through the creative process of making music together, the empowerment of self-expression, and the joy in dance, Také will guide the circle through movement and rhythms to nourish your body and soothe your soul!
This class is open to all levels. Workshop price includes use of hand drums and Doun Doun drum and with sticks, but students are welcome to bring their own drums. We strongly recommend that students register in advance to ensure drum usage.
This workshop aims to create a safe, non-competitive space where you can let yourself go, discover your own rhythm, embrace your groove, and get in sync with the good energy of others. Come to play and dance all together and have lots of fun!