Samba in Groups
The session starts with a short lively demonstration from the Big Beat drummers, performing a dynamic Samba piece that introduces the forthcoming event that guarantees an awakening response.
BODY PERCUSSION WARM-UP (optional)
Two lines of people face up to each other and using a very simple process of body percussion will interact with their opposite number.
Co-operation with their new found friend and fun concentration culminates in a finale of hand claps, chest beating, clicking fingers and lots of hilarity!
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AMBA DRUMMING SESSION
They will learn one of the most dynamic drumming styles in the world.
Using authentic Brazilian instruments including the Surdo (large bass drum), Ago-go Bell and Snare Drum; participants will experience some of the passion, energy and rhythms associated with South America.
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The group is divided into smaller groups
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Each group has its own Samba tutor
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After only 1 hour they will be playing a coherent Samba Reggae piece complete with musical calls and breaks!
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All the groups come back together and each one presents their newly found drumming skills
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The finale is a massed drumming session with all groups playing as one
This is great for a larger group that can be separated into any number of smaller combinations.
The energy and sound that is eventually achieved in the finale is phenomenal!