| MICHAEL MOON BEAR Afro-Cuban Drumming West African Drumming Middle-Eastern Drumming As a professional percussionist and educator, Michael has completed studies in a variety of musical traditions, and has studied extensively with Master Drummer Mamady Keita. Michael is the author of “DRUM! Traditional Drum Rhythms That You Can Play Today”. In addition to his work with MALIDOMA!, Michael is the drumming instructor at Havermale High School. And he has created and directed many events and performance groups around traditional music and dance, including Prima Noche, the World Music Summit Concert Series, and the MALIDOMA! World Drum & Dance Camp. Michael offers both group and private instruction year round, as well as school presentations, residencies and community workshops. |
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- AVAILABLE NOW - DRUM: Traditional Drum Rhythms That You Can Play Today by Michael Moon Bear Check out the book in the Marketplace. ____________ New Class Schedules for the October classes are now listed _____________ |
| Registration Is Now Open For Our New October Classes You can register and pay for classes on-line, and you can get gift certificates for family and friends as well. It's easy and completely secure ... just click 'Buy Now'! |
| - PRIVATE LESSONS WITH MICHAEL MOON BEAR NOW AVAILABLE - Time to focus on just what you want! With private lessons we can work on any aspect you like, from basic traditional drumming to advance soloing techniques. A great way to begin or improve your drumming. Scheduling lesson times is easy, and includes weekends. |
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| Afro-Cuban Drumming Tuesdays October 12th - November 30th 6 - 7PM Beginners Welcome - No prior experience necessary In this class we study the many traditional rhythms for the Conga drums from Africa to Cuba, as well as playing clave, stick and bells. The rhythms are very groovy! Tuition: $90.00 – DRUMS PROVIDED DURING CLASS TIME – |
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West African Drumming
Thursdays October 14th - December 2nd 6 - 7PM
Beginners Welcome - No prior experience necessary
This weekly class is perfect for anyone who is interested in
learning to drum well, from the beginning. We will explore this
powerful style, playing traditional rhythms on African drums. The
history and traditional usage of each rhythm presented is also
covered, and is an integral part of our studies.
Tuition: $90.00 – DRUMS PROVIDED DURING CLASS TIME –
Thursdays October 14th - December 2nd 6 - 7PM
Beginners Welcome - No prior experience necessary
This weekly class is perfect for anyone who is interested in
learning to drum well, from the beginning. We will explore this
powerful style, playing traditional rhythms on African drums. The
history and traditional usage of each rhythm presented is also
covered, and is an integral part of our studies.
Tuition: $90.00 – DRUMS PROVIDED DURING CLASS TIME –
Click Here to pay for West African Drumming Class
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Middle-Eastern Drumming
Fridays October 15th – December 3rd 6 - 7PM
Beginners Welcome - No prior experience necessary
In this class we will explore the rich legacy of drumming styles and
techniques used by percussionists in the Middle-East. This is a
really fun class, and the rhythms are mellow and trance-like.
Experience the drums of the Middle-East and learn to play ancient
rhythms!
Tuition: $90.00 – DRUMS PROVIDED DURING CLASS TIME –
Fridays October 15th – December 3rd 6 - 7PM
Beginners Welcome - No prior experience necessary
In this class we will explore the rich legacy of drumming styles and
techniques used by percussionists in the Middle-East. This is a
really fun class, and the rhythms are mellow and trance-like.
Experience the drums of the Middle-East and learn to play ancient
rhythms!
Tuition: $90.00 – DRUMS PROVIDED DURING CLASS TIME –
Click Here to pay for Middle-Eastern Drumming Class
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