Middle Eastern Drumming Instructional Series
With
George Sadak

This class will teach Egyptian Tabla (also known as Darbuka or Dumbeck) by a native Egyptian drummer George Sadak . Through this class the students will be introduced to 4 genres from different regions of the Middle East . Students will exercise the rhythms within a musical environment by accompanying a soloist or a belly dancer.

NEW TABLA BASICS CLASS starts Tuesday August 3rd 6:30-7:30PM 6 Weeks $90
Class is designed for Beginners and those who wish to polish their technique on Tabla. Instruction will be given for the hour...but you may also stay and practice with the continuing class at 7:30-9PM

CONTINUING TABLA Tuesday August 3rd 7:30-9PM 6 Weeks $99
For continuing students... and those with at least a bit of basic Tabla experience. First hour is instruction in technique and rhythms...generally followed by a visiting musician or dancer who helps put the polish to our drum playing. Each week is a surprise. We have studied Arabic, Persian and Greek rhythms...and met some of Seattle's finest musicians in this class.

For information...or registration..Call Dena at 425 368 0369
Payment is due at time of reservation.

Prior knowledge of drumming will be helpful but not a must.

Thank you to Keith Holt for volunteering to drum with us. Dancers are welcome to come in the last 30 minutes of the class and dance to live music!

** The Ottoman trading Co. just ordered a collections of Tablas. including in laid, clay, and 4 bolt. Prices range from $80 - $375. Please contact Dena for details**