This workshop will get you started with basic djembe drumming skills and give you a taste of West African Rhythm!
In just one hour, you will learn about the melodic quality of these hand drums, learn to play music in a group and understand the cultural significance of traditional West African drumming. Even if you've never touched a drum, you'll be playing music together by the end of the class. Bring your djembe, if you have one, or we will have extras to use.
What to know before you go:
- No experience is necessary, this is an introductory program
- This class is for anyone age 6 - adult
- Anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The adult can choose to register and participate, or just be onsite with the child.
- Parking is free in the lot. Fill the rear lot and side of the building first. Overflow parking is at the front edge of ACE Hardware across the street. Please use caution when crossing the street.
- The studio is located on an upper floor and some stairs are required to access the instruction space.
About the Instructor: Leigh Wisotzkey
Leigh Wisotzkey has studied West African Drumming for many years with teachers from Central Pennsylvania and Maryland, as well as visiting master teachers from Guinea, Mali, and the Ivory Coast.
Leigh drums for West African Dance classes and performs locally with the Dwennimmen African Dance Community, Bumbada Women Drummers, and Studio Solomon Drummers. She began teaching beginner West African djembe at Studio Solomon in 2018 and has expanded into multiple levels of djembe and styles of dunun (stick drum) classes to provide a more rounded understanding and experience of West African drumming music.
This is a Park Rx wellness program sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield. A portion of the program costs have been funded through this sponsorship.
Program Contact: Nancy Gates | Assistant Program Manager | [email protected] | 717-599-5188, ext. 2113
This is a non-refundable program. If you register and are unable to attend, we're happy to substitute the name of a friend or relative to attend in your place. Contact us directly for assistance.