Welcome to Drum EffectBehind the grey suits of Canberra, there is a thriving drumming and dance community with regular classes, workshops and retreats!
Since 2006, we have been spreading the joy of West African drumming and dancing. Come and try it with us. Good news - monthly workshops have resumed with the first workshop taking place on Sat 13 June! Weekly classes are likely to resume 22 July 2020. If you are not a current student, please join the mailing list from this page to be notified when activities resume. In the meantime, stay safe and well. |
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what we do and why
My philosophy is that everyone can learn music. And everyone should take part in 'musicking'. Yes, it is a word! It's a verb that encompasses all musical activity and suggests that music is not a thing, it's something you participate in.
When I was introduced to West African drumming, I realised I had been given the perfect vehicle for applying this philosophy.
There is something very special about the djembe and the traditional music of West Africa.
It will let you in; it will connect you to people; it will challenge you; and it will make you feel good.
It allows even the latest of bloomers to discover the joy of musicking!
- Kate Gascoyne, Founder of Drum Effect
When I was introduced to West African drumming, I realised I had been given the perfect vehicle for applying this philosophy.
There is something very special about the djembe and the traditional music of West Africa.
It will let you in; it will connect you to people; it will challenge you; and it will make you feel good.
It allows even the latest of bloomers to discover the joy of musicking!
- Kate Gascoyne, Founder of Drum Effect
Ph 0414 236 323 I Email info@drumeffect.com.au
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