Percussion Workshop & Ensemble Sessions

Sat Feb 08 2025 at 05:30 pm to 09:30 pm

Geelong West Neighbourhood House | Geelong

Geelong Salsa
Publisher/HostGeelong Salsa
Percussion Workshop & Ensemble Sessions
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Experienced, novice, and first-time percussionists, as well as musicians of all levels, are invited to join us for an evening of Cuban & Latin American Salsa Music.
Overview
• 5:30 pm – Percussion Workshop (First timers welcome)
• 7:00 pm – Ensemble Introduction (Beginner)
• 8:00 pm – Ensemble (Open)
Saturday 8th February 2025
Geelong West Neighbourhood House
89 Autumn St, Geelong West, 3216
Payment:
Cash
Card (+1.94% Surcharge)
Details:
5:30pm - 6:50pm Percussion Workshop (Lesson & Guided Practice) - $25 per person
Explore the rhythms of Latin percussion with Instructor Wilson Melo Garcia, who trained in his native Columbia and has performed with numerous Latin bands. Instruments such as Congas, Bongos, Timbales, Bells, Claves, Maracas, and Guiros will be provided. If you have your own instrument, feel free to bring it along. This class is perfect for both absolute beginners and advanced players. Limited spots are available, so book early to secure your place and avoid disappointment.
7:00pm - 7:50pm Introduction to a Latin Ensemble - $5 per person
Do you play Percussion, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Brass, Woodwind, or are a Spanish-speaking Vocalist? Join the Son Geelong musicians for an introduction to a Latin ensemble. Pieces are chosen from this non-exclusive set list:
• Buena Vista Social Club - Chan Chan
• Buena Vista Social Club - El Carretero
• Grupo Niche - Algo Que Se Quede
Pre-register stating your instrument and receive the relevant charts in advance. Please bring them for use on the day.
8:00 - 9:30pm Ensemble Session - $5 per person
Bring your instrument. Basic reading and aural skills are beneficial but not essential. Pieces chosen from this non-exclusive set list:
• Luis Enrique - Yo No Sé Mañana
• Celia Cruz - La Vida Es Un Carnaval
• Marc Anthony - Volando Entre Tus Brazos (Salsa Version)
• Rubén Blades - Amor y Control
Pre-register stating your instrument and receive the relevant charts in advance. Please bring them for use on the day.
If on this occasion the day or particular songs don't suit, we would still love to hear from you. We play a range of music and are always open to exploring future possibilities.
About Us
Son Geelong is a group of seven experienced musicians who regularly perform for the local Salsa Dance scene. The band members are:
• Jhon Baron-Oliveros (Vocal, Quena & Percussion)
• Carla Davis (Vocal & Percussion)
• Sonoka Miyake (Keys & Percussion)
• Peter Huf (Guitar)
• Todd Beaglehall (Bass)
• Wilson Melo Garcia (Percussion)
• Dale Atwell (Percussion)
Together, they bring the energetic and infectious rhythms of Latin music to life and are passionate about sharing that joy and growing the local live Latin music scene.
Register
Ph: 0400561978
Email: info@geelongsalsa.com
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Geelong West Neighbourhood House, 77-93 Autumn St, Geelong West VIC 3218, Australia,Geelong, Victoria

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