Tap into the Power of RHYTHM!
Unlock your natural rhythm and learn to PLAY DRUMS in a fun and supportive environment!
Tap into the Power of RHYTHM!
Unlock your natural rhythm and learn to PLAY DRUMS in a fun and supportive environment!
All drums provided, or bring your own.
Weekly GROUP CLASSES available NOW! See schedule below.
All classes held in Alameda, CA
Total Rhythm Studio
1705 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501
510-967-6135 | robert@totalrhythm.com
Monday Nights — 7-8:30pm — September 25 through November 27, 2023
WEST AFRICAN RHYTHMS
with Mar Stevens
Mar Stevens connected with her inner rhythms as a child drumming on her grade school desk. The Drum has transformed her life and continues to inspire and heal her. Mar has studied with Master Drummer Afia Walking Tree, and attended the Fore-Fote Drum Camp in Guinea, West Africa. Mar has performed with Sistahs of the Drum, Sistah Boom, Oakland Rhythm and teaches at the Born to Drum camp in Northern California.
Levels: |
Beginner and Intermediate |
Prerequisites: |
None |
Day/Time: |
Mondays, 7-8:30 pm,
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Location: |
Total Rhythm Studio, Alameda, CA |
10 week course: |
$325 |
Learn traditional West African Rhythms with Oakland, CA – based percussionist and teacher Mar Stevens. Experience the Power of the Drum in this welcoming and uplifting class. Brand new drummers welcome!
- All drums provided, or bring your own (Djembe, DjunDjun).
- Learn proper drum technique, rhythms from West Africa, and how to feel comfortable and confident playing hand percussion!
Wednesday Nights — 7-8:30pm — September 27 through November 29, 2023
BRAZILIAN RHYTHMS
with Abel Damasceno
A native of Salvador, Bahia, Abel Damasceno is a professional Brazilian Multi-instrumentalist. Abel is the Batala San Francisco founder, and has played with The Rolling Stones, Amanda Santiago, Carla Visi, Mariene de Castro, Margareth Menezes, Carlinhos Brown, and Tonho Materia.
Levels: |
All levels! |
Prerequisites: |
None |
Day/Time: |
Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm,
|
Location: |
Total Rhythm Studio, Alameda, CA |
10 week course: |
$325 |
- All drums provided, or bring your own.
- Learn the cultural background behind the rhythms and how to play in a lively ensemble.
- All levels (including first-timers) are welcome to this supportive and fun class as we explore the beauty of Brazilian rhythm.
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
with Robert “Bobby” Wallace
Instruments
- Congas
- Djembe
- Chekere
- Surdo
- Pandeiro
- Caxixi
- Rebolo
Rhythms
- Afro-Cuban Rhythms
- Brazilian Percussion
- West African Rhythms
- Funk & HipHop Beats
510-967-6135 | robert@totalrhythm.com
