Music Based Workshops
Percussion is the oldest form of musical expression and yet the most accessible to the broadest spectrum of abilities. The combination of Culture, History, Rhythm and Energy culminate in an Educational and fun package that is guaranteed to be a resounding success. An introduction to samba detailing its historical roots, the rhythms and their origins, the traditions, parades and their meanings. A look at the diverse array of drums, their names, usage, roots and importance in the ensemble. A demonstration of each drum and it's varying timbres and how it is used within the context of the band. The Students will then play the various parts and get some hands on experience of different drums. We will look closer at the Clave, the lead vocal of the Samba orchestra. The program will culminate in a hands on "Batucada", Brazillian for a samba jam session, featuring unison drumming, polyrhythms and call and response, climaxing with the introduction of the clave.