LAST EXCITING PIECE OF NEWZ FOR THE DAY
I am bringing the world renowned master drummer and teacher Mamady Keita to Austin on the weekend of Nov. 10-11th during his 2007 World Tour! This is a very exciting thing for me and I am thrilled to bring a teacher of this level to our community! More details to follow but PUT THOSE DATES ON YOUR CALENDAR NOW as this is a rare and awesome happenin’ in these parts!I was privileged to study with Mamady for three weeks in San Diego at an intensive and it was an unforgettable experience. People come from around the world to attend Mamady’s workshops so you will want to sign up early once the specific times and costs are clarified! For now just block that weekend out! Details will be forthcoming soon!
We are also planning to have continuing marimba classes and also balafon and didgeridoo classes at Drumz in the studio space so stay tuned for the complete fall schedule!Remember to check: www.drumzaustin.com and www.rhythmconnection.net periodically for details as well. The classes on Satudays with with Eliott teaching didgeridoo have been amazing! And the zimbabwe marimba classes with Joel Laviollete are SO FUN! I have been fortunate to take the marimba classes and I LOVE IT! It’s pure joy! So stay tuned for that info!!The new balafon classes will be taught by Asynni Sylla’s cousin from Guinea, Aboubakar Sylla!