Beginning Hand Drumming: The Basics, taught by Sherry Gingras of DRUMZ. This is a class for those starting out on the drummer’s path. We learn basic hand technique, exercises to develop good technique, the “babatunde drum language” to help us learn West African style rhythm patterns, drum circle etiquette, how to select your drum,how to tune a hand drum as well as learning and experiencing in-the-moment-improv with a weekly spontaneous closing rhythm. Drums are furnished for those needing a drum for class!

Beyond Beginner Hand Drumming Class, taught by Sherry Gingras of DRUMZ. This class is for students already moving along their way on the drummer’s path. Class will work on exercises to improve technique , learn more about rhythm structure and more complex rhythm patterns than beginner level classes. This class will move at a faster pace than beginner classes and students must have a command of the hand technique and the rhythm language ( gun, godo, pata) in order to be in this class.All parts of the ensemble ( bell, djun,shekere,djembe) will be included.

Intermediate Hand Drumming class taught by Sherry Gingras of DRUMZ. For those students with strong hand technique and a good grasp of West African style ensemble playing! We work at a more rapid pace with more difficult material. We do multiple part djun bell combination patterns and practice is a must to stay up with the group! We have occasional performances at community venues. Please talk to Sherry if you are interested in joining this class!