A 4-session experience at Olympia Zen Center with a fully trained and ordained Zen Roshi, in a lovely natural setting, training in Zen meditation, other Zen practices, Starting April 2nd and spanning 2 weekday evenings and 2 Saturdays culminating in an all day retreat, April 12th. A great opportunity for those who are interested to experience Zen practice, meet other Zen students, and to slow yourself down a notch or two as the birds once again begin to sing you awake in the mornings. Call (360) 357-2835 or write to director@olympiazencenter.org.

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.