Black History Month: Djembe Drumming Workshop
October 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Black History Month: Djembe Drumming Workshop
Friday 25th October: 10am – 11.30am
Where: 8-10 Camden High Street London, NW1 0JH
As part of Black History Month, join us for this interactive musical workshop led by Victor Opeyokun, a freelance artist working in animation, drawing, photography and music.
Passionate about African drumming, you’ll learn the basics of rhythm through fun and experimentation; making music of the region accessible to all.
Participants will experience customary call-and-response vocal exercises, inspired by the rich traditions of West Africa’s Yoruba culture.
As well as explore a variety of rhythms accompanied by Djembe communicative drumming patterns.
The session also includes an introduction to the history of the Djembe drum; its origins, and how it has been used in different cultures.
All skill levels are welcome, from complete beginners to seasoned drummers and all drums will be provided.
So don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, play, and connect through rhythm!
About the artist:
- Victor Opeyokun has performed nationwide with various choirs and bands, teaches people of all ages.
- Victor shares his love for drumming by creating engaging, inclusive learning experiences for anyone interested in rhythm and music.
- To find out more email: Victor Opeyokun at: vopeyokun@gmail.com
Note for learners:
- Places for this session are extremely limited and open to VAC members and voluntary organisations / groups delivering services in Camden and outside.
- All ticket registrations will be verified, and non-attendees may be restricted from attending future VAC training and events.
- Please note: All attendees will be asked to complete a short assessment after training.
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Non attendance:
- VAC kindly ask that if you book a place and are unable to attend on the day, please arrange for a volunteer or another member of your organisation to attend in your place.
- Alternatively, please email Ricky Singh Tokhi at: rsingh@vac.org.uk in advance and your place can be offered to another learner on our wating list.
- Failure to notify VAC of non-attendance in advance, will result in your organisation / groups restriction to attend future training sessions.
- For more information or questions regarding suitability of this training and upcoming events and workshops, please email: Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi at: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk
