ENERGISING, FOCUSSING & LOADS OF FUN!
For grown-ups of all ages. For those new to drumming, for rusty returners, and seasoned players too.
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Beginning with the basics of djembe technique and rhythm structure, over the weeks there will be a progression with our learning and playing as we build on patterns and formats together ... familiarity + confidence = increased joy!
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We include bells, shakers and other small percussion instruments, as well as voices, for a rounded experience of West African style music-making, weaving rhythm patterns together to create some magic!
No djembe? No problem! DJEMBE HIRE for the sessions is currently free of charge. Pre-booking is required.
NEW DRUMMERS are always made very welcome, and will soon be in the groove!
Please get in touch with Suzanne for more information and to register. (Sorry, no drop-ins.)
[email protected]
Please get in touch with Suzanne for more information and to register. (Sorry, no drop-ins.)
[email protected]
There are currently three different groups taking place.
Registering for a group means that you will have a place at each session for the season or month.
Registering for a group means that you will have a place at each session for the season or month.
TUESDAYS at 1pm in BURNHAM-ON-SEA
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Season ONE 2025 - 5 weekly sessions
14th January - 11th February Season TWO 2025 - 7 weekly sessions 25th February - 8th April Season THREE 2025 - 5 weekly sessions 22nd April - 20th May |
Season FOUR 2025 - 7 weekly sessions
24th June - 5th August Season FIVE 2025 - 7 weekly sessions 9th September - 21st October Season SIX 2025 - 6 weekly sessions 4th November - 9th December |
The BAY Centre, Cassis Close, Burnham-On-Sea TA8 1NN
There is free parking at the venue, both directly outside The BAY Centre and in the adjacent car park.
There is free parking at the venue, both directly outside The BAY Centre and in the adjacent car park.
THURSDAYS at 1.30pm in WOOKEY
Three consecutive sessions each month.
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JANUARY 9th, 16th 23rd
FEBRUARY 6th, 13th, 20th MARCH 6th, 13th, 20th APRIL 3rd, 10th, 17th |
MAY 1st, 8th, 15th
JUNE - NO SESSIONS JULY 3rd, 10th, 17th AUGUST 7th, 14th, 21st |
SEPTEMBER 4th, 11th, 18th
OCTOBER 2nd, 16th, 23rd NOVEMBER 6th, 13th, 20th DECEMBER - NO SESSIONS |
Wookey Church Hall, Mary Brown Davis Lane, Wookey BA5 1JS
Mary Brown Davis Lane is a narrow no-through residential lane, with the Church Hall at the end of it. There is only a very limited amount of car parking outside the hall, (sometimes none available), however you can park on Church Road or Vicarage Road (or elsewhere nearby) and then stroll through the church yard to the hall.
Mary Brown Davis Lane is a narrow no-through residential lane, with the Church Hall at the end of it. There is only a very limited amount of car parking outside the hall, (sometimes none available), however you can park on Church Road or Vicarage Road (or elsewhere nearby) and then stroll through the church yard to the hall.
MONDAYS at 7pm in BURNHAM-ON-SEA
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SEASON ONE 2025 - 5 weekly sessions
13th January - 10th February SEASON TWO 2025 - 7 weekly sessions 3rd March - 14th April SEASON THREE 2025 - 2 sessions Two sessions on 12th and 19th May |
SEASON FOUR 2025 - 7 weekly sessions
30th June - 11th August SEASON FIVE 2025 - 7 weekly sessions 8th September - 20th October SEASON SIX 2025 - 5 weekly sessions 10th November - 8th December |
The BAY Centre, Cassis Close, Burnham-On-Sea TA8 1NN
There is free parking at the venue, both directly outside The BAY Centre and in the adjacent car park.
There is free parking at the venue, both directly outside The BAY Centre and in the adjacent car park.
Each session is for a 'generous hour'.
Payment is £10 CASH per session on the day. No upfront payment is required, and you do not pay for any sessions that you are unable to attend.
(Online payment is not available.)
Payment is £10 CASH per session on the day. No upfront payment is required, and you do not pay for any sessions that you are unable to attend.
(Online payment is not available.)
What do you need to bring? A bright smile and a bagful of good vibes! A drink may also be a good idea (the kitchen will not be available), and of course your drum - unless you have booked to hire one. Dress to keep warm enough in colder weather.
All dates are fully intended but obviously depend on favourable circumstances and a sufficient number of drummers. If a session needs to be cancelled, you will be notified by email.
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Dates ahead for all sessions, circles and events can be found on the QUICK CALENDAR page
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How do drummers describe their experience?
"Uplifting" "Great fun" "Energising" "Definitely does me good" "I wish that I had begun this years ago" |
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What do the sessions involve?
- connect to the beat and with some rhythmic fun and games
- learn techniques and bring the different 'voices' from the djembe drum
- learn to play both contemporary and traditional West African and other world rhythm patterns
- weave rhythms with other drummers and learn sequences
- play formatted 'pieces' to create something quite magical together
- add in other percussion instruments, body percussion, and our voices to really get the groove on the move!
- enjoy the many benefits that group drumming brings to our health and well-being on all levels
- learn techniques and bring the different 'voices' from the djembe drum
- learn to play both contemporary and traditional West African and other world rhythm patterns
- weave rhythms with other drummers and learn sequences
- play formatted 'pieces' to create something quite magical together
- add in other percussion instruments, body percussion, and our voices to really get the groove on the move!
- enjoy the many benefits that group drumming brings to our health and well-being on all levels
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The main focus is on enjoyment, (definitely no pressure!), building skills and confidence while having fun in a relaxed environment.
Regular drummers will develop their sense of rhythm and timing, as well as dexterity, co-ordination, stamina and focus, and will acquire some 'go to' familiar beats to play with confidence as the season progresses. |
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Djembes (Jem -Bays) are goblet-shaped drums of West African origin, played with the hands, and nowadays are very popular drums across much of the world.
I have lightweight contemporary djembe drums (without animal skin) that you can hire, or of course you can bring a djembe drum of your own. |
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DJEMBES on FIRE! Monthly on Wednesdays at 1.30pm in EAST BRENT
This is a FAST PACED learning and practise session for regular Rhythm Harmony djembe drummers with a few beats already in the bag, wanting to take their djembe journey a step further!
The main aim is to have fun, but also to develop technique, co-ordination, timing, focus, stamina, formatting, and teamwork. And to learn additional more complex rhythm patterns that would not be appropriate at the usual regular Djembe Drumming sessions, adding extra spice and excitement to your playing.
Much of what we learn will be 'transferable' to the regular Djembe Drumming sessions that take place in Burnham-on-Sea and Wookey.
Please get in touch if you would like to join this group. These sessions have a limited number of spaces, keeping the playing time focussed and productive.
This is a FAST PACED learning and practise session for regular Rhythm Harmony djembe drummers with a few beats already in the bag, wanting to take their djembe journey a step further!
The main aim is to have fun, but also to develop technique, co-ordination, timing, focus, stamina, formatting, and teamwork. And to learn additional more complex rhythm patterns that would not be appropriate at the usual regular Djembe Drumming sessions, adding extra spice and excitement to your playing.
Much of what we learn will be 'transferable' to the regular Djembe Drumming sessions that take place in Burnham-on-Sea and Wookey.
Please get in touch if you would like to join this group. These sessions have a limited number of spaces, keeping the playing time focussed and productive.
