Fall events and workshops


1) Brazilian Samba Drumming Workshop #1


Four (4) Sundays:

September 11, September 18, September 25, October 2

12:30pm - 2:30pm

SLC Arts Hub (663 W. 100 S.)

$60 for the 4-class workshop

All instruments provided, all levels ages 10+ welcome.


Students must register for the entire workshop, no drop-in classes will be offered.

All workshop attendees will be encouraged to audition for the Samba Fogo band (drum audition to be held on Sunday, October 2 from 2pm - 4pm),

and the workshop will culminate in a small recital for friends and family.

Email [email protected] with any questions.



Information and registration: http://sambafogo.com/event/drum-workshop-sept-oct-2016/

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1578083635827223/

 

2) Drum Audition #1

 

Sunday, October 2 from 2pm - 4pm

 

SLC Arts Hub (663 W. 100 S.)

 

We are holding an audition to welcome new percussionists into the Samba Fogo band! All instruments will be supplied, and rhythms will be provided for new drummers to learn on the spot. Previous percussion / drum experience is helpful, but we welcome all to come try out!

 

Please email [email protected] with any questions!

 

Information:  http://sambafogo.com/event/drum-audition-oct-2016/  

 

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/141119442994173/

 

3) Brazilian Samba Drumming Workshop #2

This workshop meets once a week for 4 weeks, onFour (4) Sundays:October 30, November 6, November 13, November 2012:30pm - 2:30pmSLC Arts Hub (663 W. 100 S.)$60 for the 4-class workshopAll instruments provided, all levels ages 10+ welcome.
Students must register for the entire workshop, no drop-in classes will be offered.All workshop attendees will be encouraged to audition for the Samba Fogo band (drum audition to be held on Sunday, November 20 from 2pm - 3pm),and the workshop will culminate in a small recital for friends and family.
Email [email protected] with any questions.
Information and registration:  http://sambafogo.com/event/drum-workshop-oct-nov-2016/

 

4) Drum Audition #2

 

Sunday, November 20 from 2pm - 3pm

SLC Arts Hub (663 W. 100 S.)

 

We are holding an audition to welcome new percussionists into the Samba Fogo band! All instruments will be supplied, and rhythms will be provided for new drummers to learn on the spot. Previous percussion / drum experience is helpful, but we welcome all to come try out!


Please email [email protected] with any questions!


Information:  http://sambafogo.com/event/drum-audition-nov-2016/

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1666648456989157/

 

5) Afro-Cuban Drumming Workshop

Led by Samba Fogo Musical Director Mason Aeschbacher (who recently traveled to and studied in Cuba). Styles include various Afro-Cuban and Afro-Haitian rhythms, played on Conga drums and Batá drums.


This workshop will occur once a week for 4 weeks, on

Four (4) Tuesdays: November 1, November 8, November 15, November 22

5:30pm - 6:30pm

SLC Arts Hub (663 W. 100 S.)

All levels welcome, all instruments supplied.


$50 for the 4-class workshop

Students must register for full workshop upfront - no drop-in classes will be offered.

 

Email [email protected] with any questions.


Information and Registration: http://sambafogo.com/event/afro-cuban-drum-nov-2016/

Facebook Event:  https://www.facebook.com/events/665110706986857/

 

 

​6) ​
Afro-Cuban Dance Workshop

 

Led by Samba Fogo directors Lorin Hansen and Mason Aeschbacher, who recently studied in Cuba. Content will include Afro-Cuban and Afro-Haitian folkloric dance forms such as Gaga, Congo Laye, and dances of the Orisha.

 

This workshop will occur once a week for 4 weeks, on

Four (4) Tuesdays: November 1, November 8, November 15, November 22

6:30pm - 8:00pm

SLC Arts Hub (663 W. 100 S.)

$60 for the 4-class workshop, or $20 for a drop-in class

This workshop will feature live musical accompaniment!

 

Email [email protected] with any questions.

 

Information and Registration:  http://sambafogo.com/event/afro-cuban-dance-nov-2016/

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​7) ​
Beginning Dance Workshop

 

Learn the fundamentals of Brazilian Samba and Afro-Brazilian dance in a fun and welcoming setting designed for the beginning student.


This workshop meets once a week for six (6) weeks, on

Six (6) Saturdays: October 29November 5November 12November 19*, December 3December 10

SLC Arts Hub (663 W. 100 S.)

2:00pm - 3:30pm

***Please note: the Beginning Dance Workshop skips a week. There is not a workshop class on Saturday, November 26.***


Full 6-Class Workshop: $70

Drop-in Class: $15

(No class cards accepted for this workshop)


Wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in. Tennis shoes, dance shoes, or bare feet are all appropriate.

All levels, ages 10-100 welcome.

Please email [email protected] with any further questions.

 

Information and Registration:  http://sambafogo.com/event/beginning-dance-winter-2016/

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​8) ​
Orixa Movement Workshop

 

Learn the traditional dance movements of the Orixa (O-ree-sha), Brazilian deities that represent different facets of nature. Find your dancing warrior (Ogum), hunter (Oxossi), lover (Oxum), and healer (Omolu). Discover different facets of self and connect with community in this unique workshop, featuring live drumming. 

 

This workshop will be held once a week for four (4) weeks, on

Four (4) Tuesdays: November 29December 6December 13December 20

SLC Arts Hub (663 W. 100 S.)

6:30pm - 8:00pm

 

Open to all levels!

 

$60 for 4-class workshop, or $20 for a drop-in class

 

Email [email protected] with any questions.

 

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