West African Drumming Ensemble SINGLE SESSION

Learn basic techniques of hand-drumming across djembe and kpanlogo drums, bells, shakers and stick drums. In this class, you will explore how layered rhythms come together to create rich musical conversations within traditional West African genres.

 

*Please note - you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on October 9, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each. You can find the FULL SERIES registration under the class listing for October 9.

 

About the Instructor: Janice Hunton

 

Your instructor will provide the following:

• Drums for up to 6 students at a time

• Additional percussion instruments 

 

Students are asked to bring:

• Joy, openness to learning something new, and a djembe or kpanlogo drum if they have one.

 

Skill Level 

All levels are welcome!

 

Age Recommendation

Students ages 16 and older are welcome to attend this class. Students ages 16 and 17 may attend without a parent/guardian in attendance as long as MMFS is provided with written parental permission by email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org.

 

Location Details

Christ Lutheran Church
150 5th St.
Marine on St. Croix, MN  55047

 

Cost Details

Tuition: $15 per single session
Materials Fee: $0
Total Cost: $15

 

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible! If interested, you can find our cancellation policy HERE.