We will be continuing our ongoing drumming classes in NYC March 1
REGISTER NOW via PAYPAL BUTTON or email Rami to register if paying at the event.
2 LEVELS:
12PM-1:30PM Introductory Level This 1.5 hour workshop will briefly introduce the basic hits and rhythms of mideastern music and feature alot of group playing. It's beginner/ open level, but as the classes progress, we will spend less time on the basic hits. More advanced players will get some extra challenges in the group drumming sections. Darbuka, aka doumbek or arabic tabla will be the main drum, but frame drums and riq are also welcome Limited drums available for use, please email Rami to reserve if you need one.
1:30-3PM Advanced Level This 1.5 Hour workshop is for those with some drumming history. We will focus on technique, performance, soloing, split hand, advanced hits, and learning compositions. Darbuka, aka doumbek or arabic tabla will be the main drum, but frame drums and riq are also welcome Limited Drums available for use, please email Rami to reserve if you need one. Can't decide? You can get the DRUM ALL DAY pass and come to both!
Workshop Fee 40$ One Workshop // 60$ DRUM ALL DAY (attend both workshops)
REGISTER NOW via PAYPAL BUTTON or email Rami to register if paying at the event.
About the Instructor
Rami ‘Tabla’ El-Aasser has a MS from NYU (2010) and BS from Northwestern University (1997). He plays darbuka and sings worldwide with groups including Alsarah & the Nubatones, Raquy Düm, and Zikrayat. Based in New York & the Berkshires, he is a regular at NYC's taraab and dance parties with traditional musicians from across the mideast. With roots in Egypt, his repertoire includes classical and folk traditions from the Arab World, Greece, Balkans, Turkey, East and North Africa, by way of Brooklyn. Rami's grooves also can be found on many recordings, soundtracks, and live theatre productions, most recently on Broadway at The Band’s Visit. The third album with Alsarah & the Nubatones, is coming soon. www.ramitabla.com
