Universal Drumming Series - Winter/Spring

Name: Universal Drumming Series - Winter/Spring
Start: 2026-01-25T11:00:00-08:00
End: 2026-01-25T12:30:00-08:00
Location: 3023 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705-1858, United States

Schedule

Sun Jan 25 2026 at 11:00 am to 12:30 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

3023 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705-1858, United States | Berkeley, CA

🌍 Drum Your Way Around the World! 🥁
An immersive, hands-on drumming series celebrating rhythms from across the globe—and the universal language that connects us all.
From West Africa and Jamaica to Morocco, Brazil, and the USA, you’ll explore how different cultures drum, listen, and groove together. Build skills, confidence, and connection while learning rhythms that feel great to play.
✨ Details
🗓 Sundays, 11:00am–12:30pm
📅 8 Sessions: Jan 11, Jan 25, Feb 1, Feb 8, Feb 22, Mar 15, Mar 22, Mar 29
📍 3023 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley
👥 All levels welcome—especially beginning-beginners
🎶 What You’ll Explore
• Global drumming techniques & cultural context
• Groove, listening, and ensemble playing
• Simple tools for learning and remembering rhythms
• The well-being benefits of drumming—focus, grounding, and joy
🌍 Rhythm Journey Schedule
Jan 11 – Kakilambe (Baga, Guinea, West Africa)
Jan 25 – Dancehall / Nyabhingi (Jamaica)
Feb 1 – Djole (Temine, Guinea/Sierra Leone, West Africa)
Feb 8 – Oya (Yoruba / Ubaka Hill)
Feb 22 – Kassa (Malinke, N.E. Guinea, West Africa)
Mar 15 – Shaabia (Morocco)
Mar 22 – Samba Reggae (Brazil, South America)
Mar 29 – Funk / Pebble (USA / Sule Greg Wilson)
💵 Pricing
• 8-Session Series: $210 (best value)
• Single Session: $30 advance / $35 last minute
⚠️ Space is limited. Register now at https://drummm.com/calendar/ (then click on the event and date to purchase tickets)
🥁 Bring a drum or rent one.
Minors welcome with a participating adult.
👩‍🎤 Facilitated by Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
Founder of DRUMMM® Rhythmic Events with 25+ years of experience creating inclusive, joy-filled rhythm experiences. www.DRUMMM.com