Frame Drum basic level with Marla Leigh

A BEGINNERS JOURNEY: 3 FRAME DRUM STYLES, IMPROVISING & SOLKATTU

Welcome to the wonderful world of Frame Drumming!

In this workshop series, we will

1 – Basic Strokes: Explore how to play basic strokes the frame drum in the three distinct playing styles: upright, lap and free hand styles.

2 – World Rhythms: Learn how to play commonly used traditional rhythms.

3 –  Foundational Music Skills 101 – Learn essential music skills that will help you understand music and drumming.

4 –Set up for Drum Success: Learn essential tips to ensure a great practice routine.

5: LET’S DRUM:
 Learn basics to improvising, “jamming”,  and play fun group pieces.

You will leave this workshop immersion with the skills to pick up a frame drum and play!

Drum Recommendations:
Ideal drums for these workshops would be two sizes:

• One smaller size (14” – 16 for upright)
• One medium or larger size (“16 – 22” for Lap and Free Hand Style!

*of course, if you just have one drum, please take that, we can make anything groove!

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