In this incredible evening of high vibration, we will explore many different drumming techniques from around the world, play rhythmic games, and experience drum language, poly rhythm.
The class will also incorporate rhythms and songs from West Africa, the Mid-East, Brazil, Cuba. Experience ‘Singing while playing’ and your own soul’s rhythms and sounds as improvisation is encouraged! All skill levels are welcome.
Bring your drums and percussion instrument, if you have them.
Some drums will be provided also.
ABOUT SHAWN: A world percussionist and singer-songwriter from Philadelphia, Shawn Hennessey's music is diverse and progressive. Releasing music under the names Leana Song (Afro-Cuban), and Hennessey Bonfire (Original Music), Shawn's career has brought him all over the world, Ghana, Haiti, Tahiti, Istanbul, to name a few. Currently working with over 10 bands, including with members of Paul Simon's band, Bollywood star Jeffrey Iqbal, and Brazilian master drummer Dende Macedo, Shawn plays both drumset and percussion and guitar as a sideman and studio musician. In late 2016 Shawn released his first alternative Christmas song, ‘Xancer Free Xmas’, a personal account of his battle with a brain tumor. In 2017 Shawn is releasing his 3rd studio album “Orisha Love Songs Vol. 2”. Recorded in Cuba and the US, this album is defines the genre ‘electro folkloric’.
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