Are you interested in learning the technique and language of djembe drumming? Have you attended drum circles wanting to participate and play more? If you said yes, please join us for a fun and interactive day spent in the magical world of rhythm!

This class is designed for beginner and intermediate drummers interested in the world of West African percussion, and traditionally influenced rhythms.

At the conclusion of this workshop, you will have a working knowledge of rhythm/breath technique for grounding or meditation, the hand technique and drum language created by Babatundi Olatunji, some West African and/or contemporary polyrhythms, and the reading of drum rhythm tablatures (hand drum music sheets) to help you retain the rhythms you have learned, and play other polyrhythms.

Come breathe, drum and sing with me in the spirit of rhythm!

Participants need to bring a drum to use, if possible - there will be limited quantities of extra drums available. Instruction will be based on the djembe, but any type of drum is welcome.

When - This class is an all-day intensive starting at 10:00am and lasting until 5:00pm on Saturday, October 21, 2006

Where - The class is being held at UUCH in Hillsborough, NC (near Durham and Chapel Hill). Please click here for directions.

Cost - The cost is $60. You can pay with cash or check (made out to Carolina Spirit Quest) at the door, or you can pay by credit card in advance. Advance registration recommended to secure your space in the class! Click here for online registration. Cancelled registrations must be received by CSQ by Monday, October 16, 2006.

Lunch - Lunch will be provided for an additional cost of $5. You are also free to bring your own lunch, or go to a local restaurant. There will be a one hour lunch break.

Instructor Bio - Tigre is a rhythmancer, (Drum Mage), drum instructor and a drum circle facilitator. In his thirty one years of drumming, studying, training, and/or instructing classical and modern percussion, he has acquired a wealth of experience in band, orchestra, marching band and competitive drum corps. He studies drumming and drum circle facilitation with Jaqui MacMillan. He has performed with and learned from Daveed Korup, Aesa Grayson, and Jim Donovan of "Rusted Root" and is the new drummer for the recording artist/band KIVA. Tigre facilitates groups to shape intentions and drum circles for a variety of reasons: ritual, meditation, inspiration, trance, healing and enjoyment. Tigre has co-created formal and informal ceremonies, and taught classes for various organizations such as Carolina Spirit Quest, The Pagan Leadership Skills Conference, The Mid-Atlantic Men's Gathering, and the Sacred Space Conference. He resides in Washington, DC.

For more information, contact Jag at info@carolinaspiritquest.org