LHYAC: WISP'26 Intro to Percussion

WINTER SPRING 2026 SESSION : FEBRUARY 1 7- MARCH 27 (6 WEEKS)*

*Please note, the first class will meet during Week 2 of the session to avoid the President’s Day Holiday on Monday, February 16, therefore this course will meet for 5 weeks.

INTRO TO PERCUSSION

In this introductory course, students will start learning the history of instruments and their parts, technique, and basic rhythmic sight-reading of the rich and complex world of Latin percussion. Instruments that will be introduced include congas, bongos, timbales, claves, cowbell, maracas (shakers), and güiro. 

The study of time signature and time recognition, as well as detailed listening and ear training will also be introduced. Students will begin to learn and read written notes with the goal of applying them, or performing, basic Latin rhythms. This class will follow a fundamental introduction to the Percussive Arts Society International Drum Rudiments. We hope you will enjoy this introductory exploration of Latin percussion! 

This weekly class is designed for students ages 8 to 21 with no prior experience.

Intro to Percussion is taught by LHYAC Teaching Artist, Pablo Leñero (Mr. Pablo). All classes have an adult support staff assistant in addition to the lead Teaching Artist to help ensure the best experience possible for everyone.

Students will meet twice weekly at the Lincoln Heights Youth Arts Center, in Room 212, on Mondays from 4:30 pm - 5:20 pm.

Please Save the Date for the final date of class, Monday, March 23, which will include an in-class demonstration as part of the Center’s Open House Week. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend this informal celebration marking your student’s achievements!

The total tuition fee for this 5-week course is $15.

Registration Steps:

1. Sign up: Reserve your child’s spot in your selected class(es) by completing the Registration form here on Eventbrite.
2. Pay: The tuition payment of $15 total for this class session per student must be paid in person at the Lincoln Heights Youth Arts Center located at 2911 Altura St, Los Angeles, CA 90031 to complete your registration. Our main office is located on the 2nd floor.

Rolling Registration opens to the public on Monday, February 2, 2026 through Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 10 am - 4:30 pm in the main office.

We will also be holding an in-person Registration Assistance Event on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 10 am - 12 pm at LHYAC for anyone who may need a little extra help or guidance with the registration process. This event is not mandatory, but we look forward to seeing you to answer any questions you may have in person!

Payments are accepted in person only at the Lincoln Heights Youth Art Center’s main office located on the 2nd floor via Cash, Check or Money Order made payable to "City of Los Angeles." Financial assistance is available. Please feel free to inquire about the Center's need-based Financial Assistance Program.

Questions? Call us at (323) 224-0928, email us at [email protected], or drop by the Main Office located on the 2nd floor and we will be happy to assist you further.

Lincoln Heights Youth Arts Center is a facility of the City of Los Angeles, Department of Cultural Affairs and is located at 2911 Altura Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031.

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