Class Number: 2022
Description: Hours: Two hours lecture and two hours activity per week
Description: Introductory course that uses an applied, hands-on approach to learning African drumming techniques relevant in traditional and contemporary drumming styles in West Africa. Explores diverse ceremonial and recreational music and fundamental elements in West African rhythm, melody, form, and structure. Employs traditional African oral learning methods, listening exercises, and music analysis through rehearsals, discussions, readings, and listening. Covers the construction and basic maintenance of African drums. No prior performing experience required.
| Days | Time | Date Range | Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | 06:00 PM - 07:50 PM | 08/21/2021 - 12/11/2021 | Malibu Hall 0100 | Raymond Mcnamara |
| TH | 06:00 PM - 07:50 PM | 08/21/2021 - 12/11/2021 | Online | Raymond Mcnamara |
Status: Open
Session: Regular Academic Session
Units: 3.00
Class Components: Lecture
Career: Undergraduate
Start Date: 08/21/2021
End Date: 12/11/2021
Grading: Letter Grade
Class Availability
Information below is 24 hours old.Enrollment Total: 20
Available Seats: 4
Wait List Capacity: 15
Wait List Total: 0
Enrollment Information
- Lower Division
- In-Person
- Repeat 2 times up to 6 units.
Notes
- This class will meet in person once a week, with a remote participation option if you cannot come to campus, unless public safety requires moving online. Other coursework will be online and on your own time. Please email the instructor with any questions.