African Drumming

Immerse yourself in an exciting 5 days of African inspired Drumming with Chinta Reiss.

Connect with the ancient language of rhythm and share in the strength, harmony and universal power of the drum.

Within this course your will learn and explore the rhythms from the vast content of Africa from West to East. We will delve into African culture and its relationship to the rhythms and songs. You’ll learn drum technique, body percussion and the art of improvisation. We will be exploring the traditional poly rhythms of Djembe, Bougarabou, DunDuns and the various percussion instruments the make up the ensemble, such as cow bells and Shekere etc.

From beginner to advanced, you will be supported throughout this 5 day journey and come away feeling exhilarated and confident.

The only opportunity for performance at Camp Creative will be at the Party in the Park. This event runs on the Thursday during Camp Creative. Should rain disrupt that activity , there will be a provision for a lunch time performance at Bellingen High School on Friday.

Enrol

Tutor
Chinta Reiss
Day Type
Full days - Monday to Friday - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Age
Suitable for ages 14 to adult
Skill Level
Everyone
Venue
CWA Hall
Status
Places available

Course Info

During the course, you will work on your drumming technique for the drums you are using, as well as body percussion, and for the more advanced students, the art of improvisation.
You will also learn the songs and chants that accompany the rhythms, along with their cultural significant.

Drums also available for hire or purchase.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

No experience required

MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT

If you don’t have your own drum you can hire one for a small fee, or if you wish, buy a handmade traditional African drum.

Contact Chinta at chinta@rhythmconnect.com.au to arrange this before the Camp.

Happy Camper Reviews

I was so impressed with how it ran, the comradery, the amount we learned all whilst enjoying the atmosphere and fun experience of a week in Bellingen.

I don’t think it could have been presented in a better way. He was kind and encouraging whilst challenging us to move outside of our comfort zone. It was lots of fun.

African Drumming is the perfect way to feed your musical self, energetic self & zen self.

Chinta is a wonderful teacher, he is able to challenge us if necessary by extending the rhythms or tone them down if we just don’t get it. He catered incredibly well with a variety of skill levels at one time.

Chinta is a pro! Know his stuff, passionate about the music & encourages his students to get involved & do their best.

Our tutor, "Chinta", is perfect for teaching at all levels. It was beautiful to observe how kind and patient he was with his 12 yr old son throughout the 5 days. I know several other teachers/trainers and instructors and they all fit into this "outstanding" category, so congratulations to our great CC selection team!

Drumming was great fun, relaxing and meditative. Having to focus intently was great for my monkey brain. Any course that leaves you tired and helps you get a good nights sleep must be good.

Course Tutor

Chinta Reiss

Chinta is a dynamic drumming teacher and performing artist.

He has studied drumming in various African counties such as The Gambia, Senegal, Mali, Guinea, Mozambique and Zimbabwe with many African Drum masters. With his enthusiastic friendly style, Chinta will bring out the best in his students he has a proven ability to work successfully with any size group creating an uplifting rhythm charged experience.