Classes and Workshops
Classes and workshops can be tailored to all levels of ability
and musical/cultural understanding. We generally work together,
provide the equipment and can cater for groups of up to 50 with
drums & percussion, smaller groups with balafons & gongos.
Prices vary depending on location, duration, numbers and so
on. Dance classes & workshops can either be arranged separately
or a drum/dance session booked. A more cultural ‘show
& tell’ style workshop can also be arranged with traditional
African artefacts like cooking equipment, reed brushes and so
on with storytelling if required.
Typically we charge £100 for a local workshop of up to
an hour in either drumming or dance, the same for workshops
further afield, plus travel expenses. We will negotiate rates
for workshops incorporating both drum & dance or general
‘African music sessions. We have only worked with the
over 5’s so far and mostly with the physically- able but
we are open to anything.
Master classes for advanced players can also be arranged with
Wurrie on drums or balafon. Day rates can be negotiated as can
some reduced rates for charity gigs. Either ring 01273 624174
to discuss your needs and prices or e-mail us.
We are also part of WozaNawe, an African arts umbrella group
based in the Eastbourne area, and so for organisations who want
a more mixed media experience than we can provide workshops
can be arranged with us & other members of this group.
Performance
We are available for performances using a variety of West African
instruments as a duo or can play in a more troubadour style
at dinners or parties. Wurrie can work with any style of music
& so is available as a session musician on djembe, bass
drums, balafon, gongo & bolong (or any combination of these).
He is also available for dance work. Rates vary depending on
the usual combination of factors so ring or e-mail for details.
Gaunts House ‘African Music and Dance’ residential
weekends in 2007
We are running two residential weekends here (Wimborne in Dorset)
in 2007, one from 15-17th of June and one from 2-4th November.
Both are from fri eve to sun teatime, are inclusive of meals
and shared accommodation (special diets & single rooms can
be provided at an extra cost). Each costs £280pp with
an early bird discount of £15 if paid in full by March
1st or Aug 1st respectively.
See www.gauntshouse.com for details of venue and contact us
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Regular
Classes
Mondays 7-9.30 Drum class, open to
all levels. £6 plus £1 drum hire.
Tuesdays 7-9 Dance class, open to all
levels, £6. Lewes Sea Scout hut, Ham Lane, Lewes.
Fridays 7-9.30 Drum class, £10 plus £1
drum hire. Leisure Pursuits, Ashurst Wood (near Forest
Row).
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