Instructor:
Holland, James.

Explores improvisation as a process and vehicle for personal expression while investigating some of the rhythms and music's of the world through hands-on performance, guided listening, games and video presentations. The course will include an introduction to drumming techniques with an emphasis on West African and Afro-Cuban percussion traditions. Following the spirit of these traditions, which celebrate community over individualism, practical facility with drumming language will be emphasized as a key to improvisation.

(Fall and Spring)