Portland workshops with Raquy and the Cavemen this Friday!

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Date & Time: Friday, May 2, 2008 more on this date
5:30 PM
Location: Gypsy Caravan studio
4050 NE Broadway
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More Info: 503 287 1794

Drum classes with Raquy Danziger (and the Cavemen)

Riq and Frame Drum
Friday, May 2nd, 5:30-7 pm

This class will cover the basic technique of the riq and frame drum.
Riq
The Riq is an important part of Arabic Classical music. We will learn the ‘loud’ technique which uses both the head and the jingles.
You can use any tambourine, but the Arabic style Riq is recommended.
Frame Drum
The frame drum is a mystical instrument used in religious ceremonies. We will learn the ‘lap technique’ which will include the Dum, Tek, Snap, Rub and Scratch.
You can use any kind of frame drum!

Dumbek – All Levels
and Friday, May 2nd, 7:15-8:45pm

This class will cover the basic technique of the dumbek and popular traditional Middle-Eastern rhythms.
You will learn how to accompany Middle-Eastern music and Belly-Dance, and some basic concepts in soloing on the dumbek.
You are welcome to bring any drum but the Alexandria style dumbek is recommended.

Each workshop--$20 in advance, $24 at the door!
At Caravan Studio
***Please pre-register with if possible with jen@gypsycaravan.us

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