This one-hour session will cover the basics of learning to play the
Conga Drum.
We will cover the basic technique for hitting the drum (tones, open
slaps, dry slaps, etc.) as well as a basic history of the drum, and how
it fits into various ethnic music forms (Afro-Cuban/Salsa, and Afro Brazilian/Samba
specifically).
I will explain my background on the instruments and explain what I can teach about the instrument and how to play it. We will also discuss other avenues for studying conga drumming. At the end of the workshop, you may decide if the "workshop" format is desirable or perhaps set up private lessons for the more serious players.
The conga drum is at heart of many Afro-Cuban/Brazilian rhythms and it is difficult to study without also exploring other instruments (clave, pilas, caixixi, agogo, etc.) We will present this concept in more detail so folks may decide how they want to approach their study of the Conga drum.
Please RSVP for this Workshop by sending email to Conga@musicishealing.com
Since we are holding this workshop in my house, space is limited. Conga drums can be provided for up to ten people, which will be the size limit for this clinic!
Brad's House
240 North 24th Street
San Jose, CA 95116
408-280-0193
Directions:
-From US101 in San Jose, take the Julian/McKee exit.
-Exit Julian West (toward downtown).
-Make a left at 24th Street (kitty-corner from SJ High School)
-It is the sixth house down on the left with a 3 foot white
metal fence around the front yard.