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| Music courtesy of Budhi Harlow Featuring: Dramane Kone CD: Konkoba Song: Sinte |
PRIVATE LESSONS: By Appointment Don't see a time or class that meets your needs? Give us a call and we will find an
instructor who will meet with you here at PULSE DRUMMING at a time that's best for you! Our instructors also do performances and interactive
workshops for schools, organizations and private parties.
KONKOBA PERFORMANCES:
click "KONKOBA" tab left of this page!
WORKSHOPS SCHEDULE:
CARIBBEAN STEEL PANS
With Trey O'Toole
Saturday: May 30th, 2009
COST: $25 if paid by Thursday before class or $35 thereafter
Childrens Workshop: (5-12 years old) 11:30-12:30 AM
Adult Workshop: (12 years and older) 1-2 PM
(6) STUDENTS MAXIMUM PER CLASS - ALL INSTRUMENTS PROVIDED!
Tropical breezes, Mardi Gras beads and Steel Pans...embark on your Island Adventure.
Your VIP (Very Important Percussionist) package includes everything you need to learn the basics of
playing the Steel Pans. Call your Pulse Drumming travel agent today to reserve your Carnival VIP
Adventure.
ONGOING CLASSES:
JOHNNY CASTORINA:
AFRO-CUBAN RHYTHMS:
MONDAY'S (6-7 PM) COST: $60 per 4 consecutive classes or $20 per class
Learn the proper technique, instrument relationships, and how to play basic variations on the
Congas, Claves, Tumbao, Timbales, Guiro and Bongos. Learn to read and write notation, proper posture,
breathing and the beautiful traditional rhythms of South America!
BUDHI HARLOW:
KONKOBA REHEARSAL:
TUESDAY'S 7:15-8:30 PM
By invitation only
BRANDON WINANS:
PULSE KIDS DJEMBE DJAMMING:
5-12 YEARS OLD
WEDNESDAY'S (6:30-7:15pm) COST: $46 per 4 consecutive class session or $15 per class
Join us for a journey through Africa and South America. Learn to play African rhythms on the djembe,
bougaraboo's and djun djun's and South American Rhythms on the Conga, Bongo & Clave. Learn how to read
music, customs of the past and present and experience history as it comes to life through rhythm, dance
and song. Some instruments provided. No experience necessary, all levels & abilities welcomed, join the
class at anytime, you don't have to wait until the first of each month.
BRANDON WINANS:
ULTRA BEGINNING AFRICAN RHTHYMS
THURSDAY’S (6-6:45pm) One free class with the purchase of a djembe. Please call ahead!
Cost: pre-pay by the class $10 or $15 Thereafter
Learn the very basics needed to jump start you into the world of African Rhythms. Learn proper hand
positions & techniques. Participants will be introduced to African history & a variety of African
Instruments. Great fun for all ages.
DAVID JAMES:
BEGINNING AFRICAN RHYTHMS
THURSDAY'S (7-8:15 PM)
COST: $55 (4) consecutive classes - pre-pay by the class $15 or $17 at the door
**Pre-pay for 12 classes and receive FREE a 9" Toca Djembe! (12 consecutive classes total cost $180)
Join the fun of Djembe, Duns and more in this fun and uplifting class. Learn the language & techniques
needed to play West African Rhythms, become familiar with reading music and transcribing African
Rhythms to Western Notation and learning the history and traditions of the rhythms you are learning to
play. This is a great class for those new drumming and those who would like to brush up on their skills.
LISA BECK:
WOMEN'S CIRCLE
Second Friday of Each Month - (7-8:30 PM)
COST: $15 if pre-paid Wednesday before event or $20 thereafter
WOMEN'S CIRCLE
Bring your friends and join us for a djammin’ good time. Lisa Beck will teach a new Multicultural RHYTHM, DANCE &
SONG each month. Wonderful desserts and teas served each class. 10% off your entire purchase (Don’t forget we have
very unique gifts and FREE gift wrapping) and too many surprises to mention, all included in the price of admission!
Ladies only, participants must be over the age of 15. - Space limited to 25 participants.
Event will be canceled if minimum of 10 pre-paid participants is not met, don't risk waiting until the last minute!
BUDHI HARLOW:
Essential Djembe and Djun-djun Rhythms
No Class June 20th - please join us at the S.B. Solstice Parade
Cost: $20 pre-pay or $25 @ the door
**BRING YOUR DJEMBE This workshop is for Djembe players to understand the whole rhythm
arrangement, and to improve on their Djun-Djun (dun dun) & bell skills. Budhi will be teaching the
fundamentals, history and culture. His amazing passion for West Africa is brought to life right before
your eyes. Bring your own Dun sets if you have them, or learn to play on ours. Students must have their
own bells/strikers, very limited supply offered for use to new students. Sign up soon, class size is
limited.
BUDHI HARLOW:
TONGUE DRUM MELODIES:
COST: $15 pre paid or $20 at the door
(free “Speaking In Tongues” CD for first time participants) Learn to unlock the mysteries of this
wonderful,melodic instrument while working together with others creating poly rhythms so beautiful you
won’t want to stop playing. Participants will learn to play on some of the best Tongue Drums in the world,
each hand crafted from exotic woods, by Michael Thiele of Hardwood Music Company. Michael is featured
in the Smithsonian, and his instruments are featured in many top 10 recordings by Ben Harper & others.
Tongue drums will be provided or bring your own. Hurry, limited spaces available so sign up soon
BARA M'BOUP:
SABAR:
**TBA
COST: $20 pre-paid Thurs. before class or $25 thereafter
Bara M'boup - is A Griot and master drummer hailing from Senegal, West Africa. Bara has attended a
school for gifted musicians in Senegal called Center Cultural Blaise Senghor, performed from Morocco to
New York to Los Angeles to Japan, performed with the Ballet Bougarabou, and has shared the stage with
Tina Turner, The Rolling Stones and recorded with Peter Gabriel and Melissa Manchester.
DRAMANE KONE:
AFRICAN RHYTHMS (Djembe, Dun's & Balifon)
FOURTH SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH (1:30-3pm)
COST: $20 pre-paid or $25 @ the door
Dramane Kone, drummer, balafon (West African xylophone) player, singer, and instrument maker from
Mali, West Africa. Dramane is a Griot (oral historian) from the famous Kone family of Burkina Faso and
Mali, West Africa and he would like to share his culture with us. This is a wonderful opportunity to study
with a Master, who not only is a great teacher, but brings his infectious laughter & spirit to each and
every class. He has the wonderful ability to teach in one class rhythms suitable to the ultra beginner as
well as challenging those who have been playing for awhile. Be a part of history as it comes to life with
Dramane's stories of his youth and his culture.
SOUHAIL KASPAR:
RIQQ (All Levels):
TBA
COST: $20 pre-pay by Thurs. before class or $25 at the door
PARTICIPANTS MUST HAVE THEIR OWN RIQQ- Souhail has specific requirements call Pulse for
more info!The riqq dates from the third millennium B.C.E and can be found in Mesopotamia, the
Mediterranean, Egypt and probably the Arabian peninsula, excluding Persia. In many traditions it was
primarily played by women,especially in ritual and dance contexts. It continues to hold a place in folk
music, It is also known as an instrument of gypsy communities. Join in the fun and learn to play this very
fun instrument!
SOUHAIL KASPAR:
DOUMBEK:
BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE CLASS
TO BE ANNOUNCED...
(keep check on website for added class dates)
Souhail Kaspar, a true virtuoso, is known worldwide for his brilliant technique, exciting performances and
effective teaching skills. His ability to improvise and embellish rhythmic patterns of Arabic music and
knowledge of ethnic musical history make him one of the most highly acclaimed performers and
instructors of our day. Souhail has performed with “Sting”, “Santana”, and Shakira as well as many other
performing groups. Bring your own doumbek, don't have one, no problem rent one of ours, first come first
served, limited amount available so call ahead.
instructor who will meet with you here at PULSE DRUMMING at a time that's best for you! Our instructors also do performances and interactive
workshops for schools, organizations and private parties.
KONKOBA PERFORMANCES:
click "KONKOBA" tab left of this page!
WORKSHOPS SCHEDULE:
CARIBBEAN STEEL PANS
With Trey O'Toole
Saturday: May 30th, 2009
COST: $25 if paid by Thursday before class or $35 thereafter
Childrens Workshop: (5-12 years old) 11:30-12:30 AM
Adult Workshop: (12 years and older) 1-2 PM
(6) STUDENTS MAXIMUM PER CLASS - ALL INSTRUMENTS PROVIDED!
Tropical breezes, Mardi Gras beads and Steel Pans...embark on your Island Adventure.
Your VIP (Very Important Percussionist) package includes everything you need to learn the basics of
playing the Steel Pans. Call your Pulse Drumming travel agent today to reserve your Carnival VIP
Adventure.
ONGOING CLASSES:
JOHNNY CASTORINA:
AFRO-CUBAN RHYTHMS:
MONDAY'S (6-7 PM) COST: $60 per 4 consecutive classes or $20 per class
Learn the proper technique, instrument relationships, and how to play basic variations on the
Congas, Claves, Tumbao, Timbales, Guiro and Bongos. Learn to read and write notation, proper posture,
breathing and the beautiful traditional rhythms of South America!
BUDHI HARLOW:
KONKOBA REHEARSAL:
TUESDAY'S 7:15-8:30 PM
By invitation only
BRANDON WINANS:
PULSE KIDS DJEMBE DJAMMING:
5-12 YEARS OLD
WEDNESDAY'S (6:30-7:15pm) COST: $46 per 4 consecutive class session or $15 per class
Join us for a journey through Africa and South America. Learn to play African rhythms on the djembe,
bougaraboo's and djun djun's and South American Rhythms on the Conga, Bongo & Clave. Learn how to read
music, customs of the past and present and experience history as it comes to life through rhythm, dance
and song. Some instruments provided. No experience necessary, all levels & abilities welcomed, join the
class at anytime, you don't have to wait until the first of each month.
BRANDON WINANS:
ULTRA BEGINNING AFRICAN RHTHYMS
THURSDAY’S (6-6:45pm) One free class with the purchase of a djembe. Please call ahead!
Cost: pre-pay by the class $10 or $15 Thereafter
Learn the very basics needed to jump start you into the world of African Rhythms. Learn proper hand
positions & techniques. Participants will be introduced to African history & a variety of African
Instruments. Great fun for all ages.
DAVID JAMES:
BEGINNING AFRICAN RHYTHMS
THURSDAY'S (7-8:15 PM)
COST: $55 (4) consecutive classes - pre-pay by the class $15 or $17 at the door
**Pre-pay for 12 classes and receive FREE a 9" Toca Djembe! (12 consecutive classes total cost $180)
Join the fun of Djembe, Duns and more in this fun and uplifting class. Learn the language & techniques
needed to play West African Rhythms, become familiar with reading music and transcribing African
Rhythms to Western Notation and learning the history and traditions of the rhythms you are learning to
play. This is a great class for those new drumming and those who would like to brush up on their skills.
LISA BECK:
WOMEN'S CIRCLE
Second Friday of Each Month - (7-8:30 PM)
COST: $15 if pre-paid Wednesday before event or $20 thereafter
WOMEN'S CIRCLE
Bring your friends and join us for a djammin’ good time. Lisa Beck will teach a new Multicultural RHYTHM, DANCE &
SONG each month. Wonderful desserts and teas served each class. 10% off your entire purchase (Don’t forget we have
very unique gifts and FREE gift wrapping) and too many surprises to mention, all included in the price of admission!
Ladies only, participants must be over the age of 15. - Space limited to 25 participants.
Event will be canceled if minimum of 10 pre-paid participants is not met, don't risk waiting until the last minute!
BUDHI HARLOW:
Essential Djembe and Djun-djun Rhythms
No Class June 20th - please join us at the S.B. Solstice Parade
Cost: $20 pre-pay or $25 @ the door
**BRING YOUR DJEMBE This workshop is for Djembe players to understand the whole rhythm
arrangement, and to improve on their Djun-Djun (dun dun) & bell skills. Budhi will be teaching the
fundamentals, history and culture. His amazing passion for West Africa is brought to life right before
your eyes. Bring your own Dun sets if you have them, or learn to play on ours. Students must have their
own bells/strikers, very limited supply offered for use to new students. Sign up soon, class size is
limited.
BUDHI HARLOW:
TONGUE DRUM MELODIES:
COST: $15 pre paid or $20 at the door
(free “Speaking In Tongues” CD for first time participants) Learn to unlock the mysteries of this
wonderful,melodic instrument while working together with others creating poly rhythms so beautiful you
won’t want to stop playing. Participants will learn to play on some of the best Tongue Drums in the world,
each hand crafted from exotic woods, by Michael Thiele of Hardwood Music Company. Michael is featured
in the Smithsonian, and his instruments are featured in many top 10 recordings by Ben Harper & others.
Tongue drums will be provided or bring your own. Hurry, limited spaces available so sign up soon
BARA M'BOUP:
SABAR:
**TBA
COST: $20 pre-paid Thurs. before class or $25 thereafter
Bara M'boup - is A Griot and master drummer hailing from Senegal, West Africa. Bara has attended a
school for gifted musicians in Senegal called Center Cultural Blaise Senghor, performed from Morocco to
New York to Los Angeles to Japan, performed with the Ballet Bougarabou, and has shared the stage with
Tina Turner, The Rolling Stones and recorded with Peter Gabriel and Melissa Manchester.
DRAMANE KONE:
AFRICAN RHYTHMS (Djembe, Dun's & Balifon)
FOURTH SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH (1:30-3pm)
COST: $20 pre-paid or $25 @ the door
Dramane Kone, drummer, balafon (West African xylophone) player, singer, and instrument maker from
Mali, West Africa. Dramane is a Griot (oral historian) from the famous Kone family of Burkina Faso and
Mali, West Africa and he would like to share his culture with us. This is a wonderful opportunity to study
with a Master, who not only is a great teacher, but brings his infectious laughter & spirit to each and
every class. He has the wonderful ability to teach in one class rhythms suitable to the ultra beginner as
well as challenging those who have been playing for awhile. Be a part of history as it comes to life with
Dramane's stories of his youth and his culture.
SOUHAIL KASPAR:
RIQQ (All Levels):
TBA
COST: $20 pre-pay by Thurs. before class or $25 at the door
PARTICIPANTS MUST HAVE THEIR OWN RIQQ- Souhail has specific requirements call Pulse for
more info!The riqq dates from the third millennium B.C.E and can be found in Mesopotamia, the
Mediterranean, Egypt and probably the Arabian peninsula, excluding Persia. In many traditions it was
primarily played by women,especially in ritual and dance contexts. It continues to hold a place in folk
music, It is also known as an instrument of gypsy communities. Join in the fun and learn to play this very
fun instrument!
SOUHAIL KASPAR:
DOUMBEK:
BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE CLASS
TO BE ANNOUNCED...
(keep check on website for added class dates)
Souhail Kaspar, a true virtuoso, is known worldwide for his brilliant technique, exciting performances and
effective teaching skills. His ability to improvise and embellish rhythmic patterns of Arabic music and
knowledge of ethnic musical history make him one of the most highly acclaimed performers and
instructors of our day. Souhail has performed with “Sting”, “Santana”, and Shakira as well as many other
performing groups. Bring your own doumbek, don't have one, no problem rent one of ours, first come first
served, limited amount available so call ahead.
| Djun Djun Rhythms |
| Souhail's Doumbek Class |
| Souhail's Riqq Class! |
| Ultra Beginning Rhythms |
| Tongue Drum Melodies |
| Dramane Kone |
| Pulse Kids Djembe Djamming |
| Sabar with Bara M'Boup |
| Beginning African Rhythms |
| PULSE DRUMMING'S PERCUSSION & DRUM CLASSES/WORKSHOPS **Pre-registration is highly recommended **ALL classes have a minimum number of students required, if the min. is not met 24 hours before the scheduled class the class will be canceled **Drop In's should call ahead to check class status! *PLEASE PAY WITH CASH OR CHECK (MADE OUT TO THE INSTRUCTOR) Instructors are unable to accept Credit Cards for classes & workshops |
| KONKOBA ENSEMBLE |
| WOMEN'S CIRCLE |
| Johnny Castorina-Afro-Cuban |
| TREY O'TOOLE - Pans |
