Workshops in Schools and Colleges
My name is Graeme Hare. I have been teaching and playing drums professionally for fifteen years. I have been working for Northumberland County Music Service for six years. In this time I have lead many Latin/African Drumming workshops at numerous schools in and around Newcastle, Northumberland and now Nationwide. I have developed a successful repertoire of African and Latin Drumming rhythms and styles, and as a result of this I have had excellent results with the students I have worked with.
African/Latin drumming styles
Latin Drumming has African roots due to the forced movement of African men, women and children as slaves that occurred during the exploration and colonisation of the “new world”. Latin drumming strongest characteristic is its rhythm, which is highly syncopated, unique for the type of rhythmic structures it builds upon. Some of the rhythms used include Samba, Bossa-nova, Rumba, Mambo, Salsa and many more. The music is traditionally performed at Carnivals, religious ceremonies and as dancing music.
You can see video clips of these rhythms by choosing from the list on the left of this page.
Aim
Using African Djembes and handheld percussion, students of all ages and standards can explore both Latin and African styles of drumming, to perform a variety of styles and rhythms. Working in groups the students can develop team skills, musical awareness, history of rhythm, concentration skills and focus.
Flexibility
My workshops are very flexible and can be tailored to meet your needs. The standard format is as follows:
- 5 - 6 groups per day
- I can comfortably accommodate groups/classes of 30+ students
- Workshop duration 45 mins per group
- Age range - 6 years upwards
Things to Note
- The workshops are energetic, fun and informative.
- When planning your sessions please consider space, who is within hearing distance of the workshop and if any children may be disturbed by loud noises.
- If you are planning to continue with Drumming music after the workshop I can help you to get equipment.
- If the weather allows it is possible to work outside.
- It is expected that the class teachers / youth workers will be present throughout the workshop for safety reasons.
- I have a full CRB and documentation check if required.
Students from Newcastle Drum Centre playing for BBC Radio
Cost
Workshops start from as little as £250. All costs include travel, use of instruments where supplied by the musicians and administration costs.
Please telephone me for rates and availability on 07901 707436 or email me for more details.
Please visit my other drumming website www.beatofdrum.com
Graeme Hare B.Mus (hons)
Drum Workshop Leader