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Submitted by Icuradrummer2 on Wed, 07/16/2008 - 12:48pm.
Aug 14 2008 - 6:00pm
Aug 14 2008 - 8:00pm
Beginning Hand Drumming and Percussion Made Fun and Easy

If you have ever had the desire to experience hand drumming and percussion then this series of upcoming classes is for you.

When: 6:30pm Thursday, August 7th, 14th and 21st
Where: Yenney’s West Side Store, 1404 Harrison Ave, Olympia
Cost All 3 days for only $30

To serve you better class size is limited so please call now to reserve your place.

We guarantee a fun learning experience.

Classes will be limited in size to provide you with the individual attention you deserve so call or email now to reserve your place. Mobile 208 660 7197

Email Michael@DrumaticInnovation.com

Also you can visit our website www.DrumaticInnovation.com

Want to get involved but don't have a drum? Not a problem! We can provide you with a authentic African Djembe.

In this introductory course we will cover...
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Drumming Etiquette

Handing Techniques

Listening Skills

Drum Sounds

Experiential Percussion

Simple Rhythmic Patterns

Breathing

Group Dynamics

Volume

Tempo

Polyrhythm

Timbre

Pitch

Drum Tuning

 

Michael Clark

Michael has been teaching hand drumming for groups and individuals since 1996. He has just returned from a 3 year tour in England where he shared his unique, entertaining, fun and educational teaching style with literally thousands of beginning drummers from all walks of life.

 

Bill Moore

Bill started teaching beginning drummers in 1999 and now teaches basic and intermediate drum students. His unique style combined with his unlimited patience, understanding and sense of humor makes him an indispensable asset to the team.

 

Questions or Comments?
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Submitted by Icuradrummer2 on Wed, 07/16/2008 - 12:45pm.
Aug 21 2008 - 6:00pm
Aug 21 2008 - 8:00pm

Beginning Hand Drumming and Percussion Made Fun and Easy

If you have ever had the desire to experience hand drumming and percussion then this series of upcoming classes is for you.

When: 6:30pm Thursday, August 7th, 14th and 21st
Where: Yenney’s West Side Store, 1404 Harrison Ave, Olympia
Cost All 3 days for only $30

To serve you better class size is limited so please call now to reserve your place.

We guarantee a fun learning experience.

Classes will be limited in size to provide you with the individual attention you deserve so call or email now to reserve your place. Mobile 208 660 7197

Email Michael@DrumaticInnovation.com

Also you can visit our website www.DrumaticInnovation.com

Want to get involved but don't have a drum? Not a problem! We can provide you with a authentic African Djembe.

In this introductory course we will cover...
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Submitted by Icuradrummer2 on Wed, 07/16/2008 - 12:23pm.
Aug 7 2008 - 6:30pm
Aug 7 2008 - 8:00pm

Beginning Hand Drumming and Percussion Made Fun and Easy

If you have ever had the desire to experience hand drumming and percussion then this series of upcoming classes is for you.

When: 6:30pm Thursday, August 7th, 14th and 21st
Where: Yenney’s West Side Store, 1404 Harrison Ave, Olympia
Cost All 3 days for only $30

To serve you better class size is limited so please call now to reserve your place.

We guarantee a fun learning experience.

Classes will be limited in size to provide you with the individual attention you deserve so call or email now to reserve your place. Mobile 208 660 7197

Email Michael@DrumaticInnovation.com

Also you can visit our website www.DrumaticInnovation.com

Want to get involved but don't have a drum? Not a problem! We can provide you with a authentic African Djembe.

In this introductory course we will cover...
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Submitted by Icuradrummer2 on Wed, 07/16/2008 - 12:18pm.
Aug 26 2008 - 7:00pm
Aug 26 2008 - 8:00pm
Need some great rest and relaxation? Check this out!

Community Rhythmcircle at Traditions

Tuesday August 26th, 7pm

Experience the magical music of our community.

Express yourself, connect with your community, release stress and have fun! No experience necessary, fun for all levels of experience. Beginners are especially encouraged to attend. Family friendly!

Experience playing music together in an ensemble. Facilitated improvisation/freestyle drumming and percussion. If you've been thinking about something new and different then this amazing event is for you. Discover your natural sense of rhythm (even if you don't think you have any). Bring your drum and percussion instruments or play some of ours.

Dancers are always welcome at Rhythm Events. What would the music be without dancers?

When Tuesday August 26th, 7pm
Where Traditions in Olympia, 300 5th Ave SW
Cost Recommended donation only $5 at the door.

Facilitator Michael Clark's gentle, enthusiastic instruction will get your hands moving and grooving on the drum in no time. Bring a drum or percussion instrument or play some of ours.

Contact Michael...Mobile 208 660 7197
Email Michael@DrumaticInnovation.com
www.DrumaticInnovation.com
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Submitted by Icuradrummer2 on Wed, 07/16/2008 - 12:04pm.
Need some great rest and relaxation? Check this out!

Community Rhythmcircle at Traditions

Tuesday July 22nd, 7pm

Experience the magical music of our community.

Express yourself, connect with your community, release stress and have fun! No experience necessary, fun for all levels of experience. Beginners are especially encouraged to attend. Family friendly!

Experience playing music together in an ensemble. Facilitated improvisation/freestyle drumming and percussion. If you've been thinking about something new and different then this amazing event is for you. Discover your natural sense of rhythm (even if you don't think you have any). Bring your drum and percussion instruments or play some of ours.

Dancers are always welcome at Rhythm Events. What would the music be without dancers?

When Tuesday July 22nd, 7pm

Where Traditions in Olympia, 300 5th Ave SW

Cost Recommended donation only $5 at the door.

 

Facilitator Michael Clark's gentle, enthusiastic instruction will get

your hands moving and grooving on the drum in no time. Bring a drum

or percussion instrument or play some of ours.

 

Contact Michael...Mobile 208 660 7197

Email Michael@DrumaticInnovation.com

www.DrumaticInnovation.com

 

Introduction to Hand Drumming and Percussion

Beginning Hand Drumming And Percussion Made Fun and Easy

 

If you have ever had the desire to experience hand drumming and percussion then this series of upcoming classes is for you.

 

When 6:30pm Thursday

August 7th, 14th and 21st

Where Yenney’s West Side Store

1404 Harrison Ave, Olympia

Cost All 3 days for only $30

 

In this introductory course we will cover...
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Submitted by Icuradrummer2 on Tue, 04/15/2008 - 10:06am.
May 1 2008 - 6:30pm
May 1 2008 - 8:00pm
Get started in May! Have fun and reduce stress! This is Ideal for beginners. When 6:30pm  Thursday May 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd Where Yenney’s West Side Store 1404 Harrison Ave, Olympia Cost All 4 classes for only  $40 We guarantee a fun learning experience. Classes will be limited in size to provide you with the individual attention you deserve so call or email now to reserve your place. Please visit our website www.DrumaticInnovation.com and go to “Classes” Or  Email   Michael@DrumaticInnovation.com Or Call; Michael 208 660 7197 Bill 208 610-6132
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Submitted by Icuradrummer2 on Thu, 03/06/2008 - 12:01pm.
Mar 13 2008 - 6:30pm
Thursdays Ongoing Drum and Percussion Class
There is now a ongoing Thursday night Class at Yenny's. If you already have the basic skills listed below then this series may be for you. Thursday at 6:30pm on March 13th, 20th and 27th. We will continue to work with timing, techniques, listening, breathing and having fun.
Contact Michael...Mobile 208 660 7197
Email Michael@DrumaticInnovation.com


Also...
Saturdays Introductory Class
Someone asked me how long I will be conducting the introductory class for hand drums and percussion.
My answer is "As long as people keep signing up!"
Well people are already signing up for the March sessions so the dates are Saturday March 15th, 22nd and 29th at 3pm.This will be at Yenney’s West Side Store 1404 Harrison Ave, Olympia. The cost for all 3 workshops is $35.

In this introductory course we will cover...
Listening Skills
Simple Rhythmic Patterns
Handing Techniques
Drumming Etiquette
Breathing
Group Dynamics
Drum Sounds
Experiential Percussion
Volume
Tempo
Polyrhythm
Timbre
Pitch
Drum Tuning

Please sign up early to avoid disappointment.
Visit www.DrumaticInnovation.com Drum Classes Page.
Drums and percussion instruments can be provided or bring your own.

We guarantee a fun learning experience.
Classes will be limited in size to provide you with the individual attention you deserve so call or email now to reserve your place.
 Mobile 208 660 7197 Email Michael@DrumaticInnovation.com
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Submitted by Icuradrummer2 on Sun, 01/13/2008 - 4:52pm.
Feb 9 2008 - 3:00pm
Beginning Hand Drumming and Percussion Made Fun and Easy. If you have ever had the desire to experience hand drumming and percussion then this series of upcoming classes is for you. Fun, Easy and Relaxing. When 3 pm Saturday February 9th, 16th and 23rd Where Yenney’s West Side Store 1404 Harrison Ave Olympia Cost all 3 Saturday classes for only $35 To serve you better class size is limited so act now to reserve your place. In this introductory course we will cover... Drumming Etiquette Handing Techniques Drum Sounds Experiential Percussion Listening Skills Simple Rhythmic Patterns Breathing Group Dynamics Volume Tempo Polyrhythm Timbre Pitch Drum Tuning Instructor Michael Clark Michael has been teaching hand drumming for groups and individuals since 1996. He has just returned from a 3 year tour in England where he shared his unique, entertaining, fun and educational teaching style with literally thousands of beginning drummers from all walks of life. We guarantee a fun learning experience. Classes will be limited in size to provide you with the individual attention you deserve so call or email now to reserve your place. Mobile 208 660 7197 Email Class@DrumaticInnovation.com Percussion instruments will be provided or bring your own. Want to get involved but don't have a drum? Not a problem! We can provide you with a authentic African Djembe. Questions or Comments? Contact us at Michael@DrumaticInnovation.com or Mobile 208 660 7197 or Visit our Website www.DrumaticInnovation.com and go to Drum Classes page.
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