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Universal Drumming – Sierra Leone

Gamelan Sekar Jaya 3023 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

This week, we’re "traveling" to Sierra Leone! The Djole is a mask dance and popular rhythm from the Temine people, played at celebration events and ceremonies, we'll be learning it!

$35

Universal Drumming – Jamaica

Gamelan Sekar Jaya 3023 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

This week, we’re "traveling" to Jamaica! Learn the popular Jamaican roots rhythms Dancehall, Reggaeton, Heartbeat, often played for dancing and celebrations.

$35

Universal Drumming – Guinea

Gamelan Sekar Jaya 3023 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

This week, we’re "traveling" to Guinea, West Africa! We'll be learning a contemporary rhythm, called Lolo. Meaning “star” in Malinke, this rhythm was composed by master drummer Famadou Konate after hearing his son sing the song of the same name.

$35

Universal Drumming – USA

Gamelan Sekar Jaya 3023 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

The final week of our series! Learn popular funk and hip-hop grooves from the USA, and discover how to find and express your own rhythmic “voice” on the drum.

$35

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