Upbeat: An Intro and Exploration of Drumming & Rhythm
Explore rhythmic note values, subdivisions, accents, rests, and hand patterns in a hands-on percussion workshop. Practice call and response, world drum beats, time signatures, and playing along to music; no experience is needed.
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