West African Drumming Ensemble WINTER FULL SERIES (January, February, and March)

Registration for this class opens to MMFS members on November 10, and then to the general public on November 12, 2026. Not a member yet? You can sign up here.

*Note – this registration page is for the full 11-class series. Classes take place January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12 & 19.​​​​​​​ If you register for the full series, the classes are offered at a discounted rate of $10 each. Alternatively, you have the option of registering for single sessions under the specific dates on the website for $15/class.

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.

When you sign up for the West African Hand Drumming Series, you’ll be registered for 11 drumming sessions with no pressure to attend every class. We’ll meet on Fridays from 4:30 - 6:00 PM at Christ Lutheran Church in Marine on St. Croix for the following dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19.

 

About the Instructors: Janice Hunton+ Greig Tennis

Your instructor will provide the following:

• Drums for up to 10 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: $110 for series
Materials Fee: $0
Total Cost: $110 for series 

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.