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To register please call 413.585.1169!

Workshop Details

TWo Sundays PER MONTH
(see schedule)

10:00 am - 12:00 pm*
cost: $15.00 + $3.00 drum fee

please use after hours events door

Irene Baird (August Eve)

Irene first started playing the D'jembe in 1996 when she lived in Australia. She continued her studies with Mohamed Kalifa Kamara in the Boston area for 5 years. Every year she travels to the villages in Guinea, West Africa to study with Guinean Drum Masters. They have given her their blessings to pass on the lessons she's learned on the D'jembe.

Beginner Drum Lesson

Irene at Mt. Holyoke Mayfair Celebration

Are you looking for a energizing, and inspirational activity that is different?

Come and be part of our beginner West African Drum class. We meet from 10 am -12 every other Sunday of most months. (See schedule below).

Drumming is fun for all people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Playing D'jembe improves coordnation and motor skills. It encourages creativity, and promotes self confidence.

Student Testimonial

Passionate about her drumming, committed in respectfully sharing the roots, rhythms and culture of the tribal community of West Africa, extremely supportive in her technique of instruction and spiritual in her delivery...these are only some of the outstanding qualities Irene brings to her drumming class.

I have learned many fun and exciting drumming rhythms since joining the class in March 2006. I truly have found my passion in drumming that touches my heart and feeds my soul...just check out my non-stop smile while I'm in class and you'll know exactly what I mean!

I would recommend this class to anyone who wants to reach inside themselves, have fun, share in rhythm, grow and participate in a drumming circle that can change your life. I encourage you to come and find out for yourself. Funga Ala Faya, Ashay, Ashay... "Peace Be With You"

- Sue

You will leave Irene's class with a feeling of well being, and relaxation, most of all you will have fun.

2008 Dates

Time
April 6 10 am - 12 pm
April 13 10 am - 12 pm
May 11 10 am - 12 pm
May 26 10 am - 12 pm
June 8 10 am - 12 pm
June 22 10 am - 12 pm
July 13 10 am - 12 pm
July 27 10 am - 12 pm
August 17 10 am - 12 pm
August 31 10 am - 12 pm

Please bring your own drum if you have one. If you don't, a drum will be provided for a small fee of $3 (for use during workshop only).

Looking for something more advanced? Ask about Irene's Beyond Beginners class!

Note: Please remove all rings, watches and bracelets before we start class.