Drum Workshops

Drumming & Singing Workshops

Scott Jasper has been drumming for over twenty years and leads
exciting and empowering African drumming and singing workshops across the UK.

Drumming is an emotive, uplifting and invigorating experience which has the power to create positive and inspirational change in our lives. West African Drumming in particular eases anxiety, banishes worry and disintegrates tension; its vibrant, uplifting rhythms having the power to immediately disperse the stresses and strains of everyday life.

These fully participative ’hands on’ workshops bring individuals together to celebrate the many rhythms of life, teaching not only the basics of African Djembe playing but also authentic West African rhythms and songs alongside their cultural significance.

You do not need any prior musical experience to be able to participate fully in the friendly, enjoyable and positive tribal atmosphere that these inspirational, accessible and energising musical workshops create. West African drumming is accessible to all and Scott’s gentle guidance, passionate, humorous approach and authentic, buoyant enthusiasm will quickly put you at your ease, guiding you into the heart of rhythm.

So come join the circle of drums and be inspired!

2012 Full-Day Workshop Program:
(see Diary of Events page for taster workshops at exhibitions & festivals)

For booking information or more details on any of our workshops listed below please contact us

Please note that full day workshops are generally suitable for adults only (with occasional experienced exceptions!)
AND that ALL our workshops are strictly by advance bookings only, on a first-come-first-served basis, as places are always limited...

Private sessions in the form of evenings, half days and whole days led by Scott
are also available on both an individual, group & school basis - contact us for pricing & availability

NB: Responsibility lies solely with the Individual at all times during any workshop.

Saturday 28th April 2012

DRUMMING FOR THE SOUL

with Scott Jasper

A special full day African drumming & singing workshop
held at Brightlife, Ballalheaney, Isle of Man

The sound of tribal drumming is an instantly uplifting, revitalising, exciting and spiritual experience – awakening our senses to something primal and beckoning us into its rhythmic magic. During this vibrant and special day you will embark upon a fascinating and warm-hearted journey with Scott into the heart of rhythm, discovering your own rhythmical self and feeding your soul with the magical power of rhythm.

This ‘hands on’ workshop teaches not only the basics of African Djembe playing, but also authentic West African rhythms and songs alongside their cultural and spiritual significance. You do not need any prior musical experience to truly get the most from this day. West African drumming is accessible to all and Scott’s gentle guidance and passionate, humorous approach and authentic, buoyant enthusiasm will quickly put you at your ease, guiding you into the depths of rhythm which can bring you closer to yourself, releasing anxiety, worry and inhibition as you feel the positive nourishment of ‘drumming for the soul’.

Djembes are provided for use during the workshop, but please feel free to bring your own drum if you have one.
Ethically-sourced drums and percussion will also be available to purchase on the day.
Lunch and all refreshments are provided.

call 01624 880318 for full details and bookings

(Friday 27th April supper & seminar evening 'The Transformational Power of Music')

Saturday 5th May 2012

VIBRANT RHYTHMS:
African Drumming From The Heart
A full day Inspirational West African Drumming Workshop with Scott Jasper
in the magical heart of the Pennines

Held at the Fielden Centre, Todmorden, Lancs/W. Yorks border

An inspiring day exploring the vibrancy of rhythm
through traditional West African drumming,
playing from the heart as one tribe.

10.30am - 4.30pm
£39.00 per person - limited places - advance booking necessary

A wide range of fairly traded drums & rattles will be provided both for use and for sale. No experience is necessary.
Refreshments are provided but please bring a vegetarian lunch to share!

NB: This workshop requires the advance completion of a Dragonfly Moon workshop booking form.

Bookings now open - Contact Us to reserve your place(s) NOW!

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