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You are invited to two fun workshops that cover the history of the arrival of African culture to Peru, musical samples of three traditional Afro-Peruvian instruments, popular dances, and full-class participation in a percussion session and dance routine. The goal is to actively involve the participants in learning Afro-Peruvian instruments, rhythms, and dances. Below are the details for this event. You can also find more information and videos at http://chicagourbanite.wordpress.com/2012/02/05/you-are-invited-to-an-afro-peruvian-music-dance-and-cajon-workshop/

LOCATION

BA Studio

2846 W North Ave, 2nd Floor, Chicago IL 60647

(Meet at side entrance on FRANCISCO AVE)



COST

$20 per workshop ($25 without RSVP)

Please RSVP via Facebook as attending

Or via chicagourbanite@hotmail.com (Subject: "Workshop")

=======GET $10 OFF IF YOU TAKE BOTH WORKSHOPS========

PLEASE:

-ARRIVE 15 MINUTES EARLY ( Everyone has to get here early because it's a locked building so I have to let you in when you get here. We will start on time! :)

-Wear work out clothes

-If possible, don't wear shoes in studio unless they are indoor shoes

AFRO-PERUVIAN DANCE WORKSHOP

3pm-4pm

Join Ruben Pachas for a hands-on workshop on the diversity of Afro-Peruvian folk dance. He will focus on the Festejo, a music and dance form developed in the plantation fields during the 18th century. The word Festejo, comes from the Spanish word festejar (to celebrate) . True to its name, the music and dance of the Afro-Peruvian genre is joyous and vibrant but its traditional lyrics usually narrate the hardships of enslaved life. Participation will be encouraged. You will learn other Afro-Peruvian dances such as Zamacueca, Lando, Marinera & Vals.

AFRO-PERUVIAN CAJON WORKSHOP

4pm-5pm

This class is an introduction to the Cajon drum & Afro-Peruvian rhythms - Festejo, Zamacueca, Lando, Marinera & Vals.

Students will learn how to play basic patterns and explore different rhythms and stroke combinations on the cajon drum.

ALL LEVELS WELCOME

(Beginners always welcome/Advanced students learn new techniques and refresh your Cajon skills)

Cajon drums (however we recommend that you bring your own)

The Cajon drum (pronounced cahon)is the Spanish word for "box". The idea of using a simple wooden box as a drum is believed to have originated in colonial Peru where Africans displaced from their homeland substituted cod shipping crates for their native drums. As a result, Afro-Peruvian music is a unique blend of Spanish, Andean, and African traditions. Today, this versatile drum is steadily gaining popularity and recognition and can be heard in many different styles of music worldwide.

About the instructor:

RUBEN PACHAS has a solid background in artistic performance and as a dance teacher with a strong emphasis in field research and dance techniques. He is a graduate of the prestigious Escuela Nacional Superior de Folklore Jose Maria Arguedas and has an extensive experience as a professional Folk dance teacher. He is the Founder and Director of Peruvian Folk Dance Center, a Chicago dance group whose mission is to promote Peruvian culture through the teaching and performance of Peruvian folk dances.