Free Your Voice while Drumming 10-wk Outdoor Class w/ Phoenix Song

Free Your Voice while Drumming outdoors in a park with a view of the Bay!

This 10-class series runs Saturdays from April 26 to June 21 1130am-1pm with a double class and potluck May 17 1030am-2pm. OK to join late up to week 3. Groups strive to be minimum 50% Black, Indigenous, mixed-race and people of color and LGBTQIA.

Amaze yourself and free your singer & drummer. Get expressive on your drum (djembe, doumbek, cajon, and conga recommended but pots, pans, and buckets welcome if you don't have access to a drum), rock out, and sing! We will learn polyrhythms from West Africa. 1/3 of the class will be singing and drumming North African and Latin rhythms, 1/3 playing West African polyrhythms and singing, and 1/3 jamming/drum circle improv. $450 for 10 classes.

In 10 fun weeks, we will cover:

--fundamental drum strokes--bass, tone, slap, pop, and touch

--good drumming technique

--healthy vocal technique (breath support, releasing throat tension, using your mask for projection, resonance)

--world rhythms from Mali, Guinea, Egypt, Morocco, Brazil, Cuba & more

--funk, rock, blues & hip hop rhythms & world songs

--vocal harmony

--trance rhythms (opening and closing rhythms) from North Africa

--improvisation

--drum circles, grooving, jamming, unleashing your voice as you drum and dance with lotsa play! We're going to cut loose together and get ecstatic!

Testimonials: “Phoenix Song's class – Free Your Voice while Drumming – was outstanding. Phoenix is a superb teacher who makes learning drum polyrhythms accessible and fun. Phoenix sets up the songs and rhythms with varying levels of challenge, and always encourages us with heart and a smile. It’s more than just the rhythms – it’s really a magical experience that has liberated new possibilities in my music and my being.” Lisa F

“They break down rhythm in a way that makes it incredibly tangible for a total beginner to percussion. And then they teach you to integrate your voice while drumming! An awesome teacher.” –Jai S

“I recommend this class! Phoenix created a supportive space for learning, stretching, listening, and curiosity. I appreciate how you’re able to create a community while at the same time encourage the individual within it.”–Lucy A

For other reviews: http://www.yelp.com/biz/amber-field-music-san-francisco

https://phoenixsongmusic.com

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Mira Vista Field, 6407-6419 Hazel Avenue, Richmond, United States