Connecting through rhythm is an experience grounded in time and centuries of cultural exchange. 

The entire nervous system has a way of resetting when we connect to ourselves and to others through basic skills in rhythmic movement and sound.

Are you interested? 

I have a passion for teaching people basic rhythmic skills through African-style drumming, geared toward ensemble playing, with fundamentals rooted in the teachings and foundations of Babatunde Olatunji. 

What will you gain?

• Skills such as eye-hand coordination, listening, general organization within body, mind & spirit

• Capacities of perseverance & resiliency while learning rhythmic patterns on the drum

• Cultivation of joyful connection with self and others through pure rhythm

How will I teach you?

• Introduce you to the language of the drum using Baba’s gun go-do pa-ta method

• Teach both basic and more complex rhythmic patterns on the drum

• Bring in other percussion instruments along the way

• Orchestrate multiple part pieces as I guide you in ensemble playing

• And….eventually perform what we have learned for family & friends!

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