Creative Times

Contemporary Groovesfor Bateria Drum & Bass Funky Plus Fours Sat 15 & Sun 16 November

The drum and dance workshop will draw upon movements and phrasing from the Afro Cuban / Brazilian traditions of the Orixás as well as contemporary influences to show how knowledge of afro-centric roots styles can inspire and help develop new original work. Presented in association with Samba Galêz www.sambagalez.info

Tutors Percussion – Simon Preston Dance – Sallie MacLennan

Level of study Percussionists – Must have some playing experience (not complete beginners). Intermediate - advanced players welcome. Dancers – some dance experience required (not complete beginners). Intermediate - advanced dancers welcome.

Participants will learn how to build a performance based on two different contemporary rhythms with dance and an introductory song.

The Drum & Bass material is very excitingto play; this groove is fast and furious and uses dynamics tocreate tension and excitement. Special attention will be paidto useful technique and polyrhythms to give you the tools toplay and perform Drum & Bass.

The Funky Plus Fours groove explores the use of space and has interesting improvisational elements, particularly for the Surdo section. Dance work will combine movements and phrasing from Brazilian Candomblé with a modern, funky street style.

Fees and Registration

Early payment price per course: £55 (if booked one month before the workshop date)

Standard price per course: £65 Book 4 workshops in advance and receive the 5th free!

Group Bookings(for 6 or more people) Early payment price per course: £50 (if booked one month before the workshop date) Standard price per course: £60

Study Bursaries The Orixás group is dedicated to professional, informed and accessible programmes of study. There are several bursaries available to help improve accessibility to all. If you would like to apply for a bursary for the 2008 programme then please contact us and one of our team will be happy to help.

Equipment Instruments can be provided upon request. Please contact us for more information.

Venue www.zionarts.com Zion Arts Centre 335 Stretford Road Hulme, Manchester M15 5ZA

Contact For course enquiries and bookings please contact info@bangdrum.co.uk / 07771923185 Join our group for the most up-to-date course information and special offers http://groups.google.com/group/Orixa

Sponsored by Soar Valley Music LTD. www.soarvalleymusic.co.uk. In partnership with Zion Arts Centre and MusicLeader North West. www.zionarts.com / www.musicleader.net

The Orixás group is managed and administrated by Meninos Oldham and Bangdrum Workshops. www.meninos.org.uk / www.bangdrum.co.uk

Location: Zion Arts Centre- Manchester

Date: 15.11.08 – 16.11.08

Published by Orixas Group 30.05.08