Latin Jazz Essentials Workshop

Ever wanted to play in a Latin drum circle but have no idea where to start?
Start with this workshop! Led by Puerto Rican jazz drummer Moss Natal, with renowned guest artist Marvelous Leonardo on piano, this workshop is an introductory course on the history and tradition behind some of the most popular forms of Hispanic and Brazilian drumming.

Designed for all skill levels, this workshop displays the welcoming tradition of the Latin drum circle no matter if it's your first day playing percussion or if you're ready to tackle the complexities of Latin jazz drum set playing!

All levels welcome!
Ages 16+
Cost: $40

About the instructor:
Moss is an expert in a wide range of music. She has studied for years with Twin Cities jazz drummer Phillip Hey; she has also studied classical and jazz composition at St Olaf College from 2019 to 2023 where she played with the St Olaf Philharmonic Orchestra.

She has composed with the likes of Aryaman Joshi, a brilliant microtonal composer from India.

Moss’ true ambition is to help drummers find their own unique expression through percussion. Her expertise in the different genres of the music world comes from her countless jazz combos and big bands, rock, metal, punk, classical, neo-orchestral, and avant-garde ensembles.

You may also like the following events from Women's Drum Center:

• Next month, 18th July, 06:30 pm, BYOD All-Gender Drum Circle in Saint Paul

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