Up to 40 students can transform into a percussion ensemble, with a performance piece as a finale.
(full synopsis/info below)
Cost: $550*


Opening item*.













desert 3 Leading the students in clapping the different rhythms.










desert campus Our special performance for NUS Campus Concerts













*The Drums of the Desert opening is identical to the Move to the Groove opening. This video is from a Move to the Groove session.











desert 1 Various Middle Eastern instruments.










desert 2 Students join us on stage and the whole
hall joins us in clapping the rhythms.










desert rp Special session for Republic Polytechnic.
 

Synopsis

The programme begins with a rousing Middle Eastern percussion performance, followed by a detailed demonstration of the rhythms of the Middle East and the various exotic instruments which produce them.

Students will then actually play the rhythms by clapping various rhythmic combinations along with the percussionists, thus creating a wonderful collaboration between students and musicians.

Using these and other interactive clapping/drumming segments, participants will understand basic rhythmic concepts such as time signatures, tempo and interplay between different rhythms. We also include a short segment demonstrating the connection between the rhythms and other aspects of Middle Eastern music. The overall programme uses the excitement and power of percussion to showcase the culture of the Middle East, impart an understanding of rhythmic concepts, and provide a chance to make music along with the musicians.

Objectives:

  1. Appreciate Middle Eastern music
  2. Learn the instruments and rhythms of the Middle East
  3. Learn basic concepts of rhythm
  4. Make music together with the performers

Highlights:

  1. Exciting live percussion performance
  2. Demonstration of doumbek (drum), riq (tambourine), bendir (frame drum) and sagat (finger cymbals)
  3. Highly interactive percussion “jam session” involving entire audience and musicians
  4. “Hands-on” training in basic rhythmic concepts

At the end of the programme students will learn to / understand:

  1. Understanding of rhythm and basic rhythmic attributes
  2. Appreciation of Middle Eastern rhythms and instruments
  3. Experience of producing rhythms in conjunction with musicians

Cost: $550 - Please note: This special programme is not currently covered under the normal AEP subsidy. The above price is the NET cost to the school.