2Q Classes Bomba and Plena: Learn Afro Puerto Rican Drum & Dance Traditions

We can't wait to welcome you and share our love and passion for Puerto Rico! A new season to celebrate and uplift each other! Learning together about la música, cultura y comunidad.

Learn Afro-Puerto Rican drum and dance, beats and moves with Segunda Quimbamba! We've been teaching the rich cultural folkloric music known as la Bomba and la Plena for 30 years in Jersey City, and throughout New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania.

Segunda Quimbamba's foundational learning and teaching in Bomba is rooted in the traditions of the la Familia Cepeda de Santurce. In discussion and demonstration, the students will gain an understanding of the various regional differences of the dances and drum rhythms from Loiza and Mayaguez. The rhythms that are practiced are: sica, cuembe, calinda, yuba, holandes, sies corrido, and rule.

Each semester (fall/spring) will focus on specific rhythms to learn in dance and drum. This spring 2024 we are going to learn: Yuba and Holandes. Great exercise, healing and positive energy! Fun and supportive community. SIGN UP NOW!

SPRING SEMESTER 2024 DANCE & DRUM SCHEDULE

March 3 - June 2, 2024 at 2 - 5 PM Sunday afternoons

Spring semester culminates with a Student Recital with Segunda Quimbamba on June 2.

Classes are held at the Nimbus Arts Center in Downtown Jersey City. Open enrollment for students to register ends March 17.

Please contact Nanette Hernandez, Program Manager and Access Coordinator who can assist you with your program questions and/or your requests for assistance with program access accommodations. Please email her at [email protected] or call/text 201-463-4814. Nimbus Dance studio and theater building is an ADA compliant and accessible venue. Please visit their website https://www.nimbusdance.org/ for complete venue accessibility information and for a current status on COVID Safety policy and protocols. ___________________________________________________________________________________

2Q 2024 SPRING DANCE & DRUM PROGRAM -

On the first day of class, you will receive a welcome packet containing a syllabus detailing what you will learn by the end of the term. In the Spring all students are invited to participate in the student recital on June 2. For participation in the recital the student is expected to attend a minimum of 10 classes of 12 offered, plus the performance prep and run of show.

Day 1: Students and instructors exchange introductions. We engage in sharing stories of our experiences that brought us to this place of learning and growing in the community. A brief oral history of the drum and dance traditions of our African heritage is shared. We will review the welcome packet together with Q&A.

This spring semester the students will be immersed in learning the Bomba rhythms: YUBA and HOLANDES.

DANCE: BOMBA

Dance 1 Beginner Level for ages 12 and up

Yuba and Holandes basic steps are introduced with fundamentals and technique exercises grounding the dancer in the rhythm. Opportunity to deepen your understanding of the dance and drum dynamic of the lead drum and dancer this conversational exchange through observing, listening, and engaging with intention in the complete process. Singing coro in the call-and-response method in the Spanish language includes Batey experience.

Dance Step up to 2 (By invitation only) * for ages 14+ and up

This class will help the student develop confidence to trust themselves in their foundational learning. To be firmly grounded in the basic learning of the rhythms to build on from the learning of Class 1. The student here will prepare to transition for the Advanced Class 2 level. Students will be challenged in their bomba journey to master sufficient understanding and comfort level in the piquete movements (upper and lower body expressions) and core understanding of drum responses intently creating beats in your dance to the drum. Mandatory requirements apply. See below.

Step Up to 2: A by invitation only. You must have completed 2 terms of classes or show that you are sufficiently prepared to meet the class challenges and goals by demonstrating your knowledge and skills to the education team. Student may be required to continue in Dance 1 while participating in the Step Up to 2 class. To accommodate access a Special rate for the advance class is offered: $180. Ages 14 + The SQFC Team will guide students for proper class placement assuring the best learning experience.

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PERCUSSION: BOMBA

Students are introduced to all major and minor percussion elements.

This spring session the students will be immersed in the learning of the Bomba rhythms: YUBA and HOLANDES.

Drum 1 Beginner Level for ages 12 and up

Students will focus on Yuba and Holandes barril hand technique. Metronome work for barril. Focus on maraca technique.

Drum 2 Buleo Plus (By invitation only) * for ages 15 and up

Prepares students to transition from bomba bueladores in performance contexts to buleadores in Batey contexts. Instructors will focus on speed, stamina, and advanced rhythms.

PLUS SPECIAL OFFER COMBO DANCE AND DRUM CLASSES: Consider signing up for both dance and drum classes as a combo with deep savings! Learning both disciplines together will deepen and enhance your experiences that are intertwined and necessary for a full embodied experience of the drums and dances of our ancestors.

TOUCH POINTS: Students have the opportunity to attend biweekly midweek Zoom meetings: Hablando con los Maestros for additional classroom support, discussions / demonstrations of techniques in dance or drum, cultural history, the instruments, the rhythms, the diaspora or whatever is on your mind, building community in a shared learning space.

SQFC offer beginners and advanced learning to all students. Private classes also available. Families and returning student discounts available. Classes are for Adults and Children.

See you in Class!

SEMESTER SCHEDULE March 3 - June 2 at 2 - 5 PM Sunday afternoons-

BOMBA DANCE CLASSES:

Dance 1 Beginner Level Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Ages 12 and up

Dance Step up to 2 (By invitation only) * Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Ages: 14 and up

Prerequisites / Requirements: All decisions are made by the education team.

*Advance Level Minimum experience/classes at least 2 semesters with Segunda Quimbamba for pre req admission into this dance class. Ages 14 + The SQFC Team will guide students for proper class placement assuring the best learning experience.

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DRUM CLASSES:

Drum 1 Beginner Level Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Ages 14 and up

Drum 2 Buleo Plus (By invitation only) * Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Ages 15 and up

Prerequisites / Requirements: All decisions are made by the education team.

Drum 2 Buleo Plus Level Minimum experience/classes with at least 2 semesters with Segunda Quimbamba for pre req admission into this drum class. Ages 15+ The SQFC Team will guide students for proper class placement assuring the best learning experience.

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This program includes 12 Classes plus the 3 days for the Performance/Tech Prep, Run of Show and Recital. Student touch points with biweekly zoom meetings with the Masters and Instructors. June 2: STUDENT RECITAL WITH SEGUNDA QUIMBAMABA!

Semester Program Fees for the DRUM and DANCE Classes.

New students: $265

Returning Students Disc: $245

DEEP SAVE with COMBO Drum and Dance Classes Special Offer: $425 get all 24+ classes!

Advance Dance Class Step Up to 2 requires meeting certain criteria prerequites. Special Intro Rate Fee: $180 for 12 classes of 45 minutes long.

Support for this programming is received through a Resident Partnership at the Nimbus Arts Center at the Lively which helps extend community outreach and impact. Financial support is received through Supported Public Funds from the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund and individual donors. We are grateful to all our partners and supporters. Thank you.

Transportation:

What is my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Nimbus Arts Center •329 Warren St. • Jersey City, NJ 07302 www.nimbusdanceworks.org • Phone/fax (201) 377-0718

Trains: Take PATH to Grove Street STOP, then a short walk east towards the water on Columbus turning left onto Warren Street, venue at 329 Warren Street. Or Exchange Place STOP walk west on Columbus away from the water to Warren Street turn right for venue.

Car: Limited Street or paid parking available in the area of Downtown Jersey City.

What can I bring into the studio?

For dance, dress comfortably NO footwear in the studio. A limited number of dance skirts and drums are available in class. If you own a dance skirt or drum please bring it with you to classes. Bring your own water, personal hand sanitizer and mask.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Segunda Quimbamba contact is Nanette Hernandez, [email protected] or call or text 201-463-4814

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

If you easily can, yes.

Can I update my registration information? Yes.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Nimbus Arts Center, 329 Warren Street, Jersey City, United States