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Drawing on more than 30 years experience as a professional musician, Michael Fitzsimmons has developed a multi cultural residency program closely related to his Drums of the World concerts. Dynamic and powerful rhythms are explored with hand constructed frame drums. These drums can be complemented with ‘found sound’ instruments. Students keep the drums and instruments they create. During this residency participants explore beyond conventional boundaries, discovering sounds and rhythms. Rhythm is everywhere, and we learn to discover and appreciate its powerful pulse. Personal experiences are enriched utilizing story, decoration of the student’s drums, and group interaction. Traditional multicultural rhythms (Shiko, Clave, Afuche, etc.) are also taught. Drum circles and final day student performances with Michael incorporate the workshop lessons. This residency is accessible for all grade and development levels. This is a fun, joyful program that releases stress, removes boundaries, enables nonverbal communication, and builds teamwork.This project was supported in part by the Nebraska Arts Council, which receives support from the State of
Nebraska and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
1124 W 2nd St, Grand Island, NE, United States, Nebraska 68801
