For people interested primarily in learning and practicing rhythmical patterns and concepts.
The West African percussion music offers a versatile and rich spectrum of rhythm and forms the basis of these lessons. Sean offers tailor made courses, for groups or individuals who would like to learn and practice different rhythmical patterns for playing in other musical genres. Please note that the following are general ideas only, and the material taught in each lesson/workshop depends on the abilities and wishes of the participants themselves.
- patterns for different time signatures eg. 4/4, 9/8, 12/8, 16/8
- rhythmical patterns for all percussion and rhythm focussed instruments
- binary and ternary beat music
- beat and off-beat emphasis
- tempo and dynamic techniques
- signals, breaks, arrangements
- communication with the other instruments.