8 weeks DROP-IN Afro Drums Workshop with Bafana and Solo

8 weeks workshop

If you have any questions, please contact Solo Diarra +47 412 67 044 or  solodiarramusic30@gmail.com

Nordic Black Theatre Studio: Schweigaards gate 34, F2

Workshop at 12:00–14:00

• Saturday, June 13
• Saturday, June 20
• Saturday, June 27
• Saturday, July 4

3 weeks summer break

• Saturday, August 1
• Saturday, August 8
• Saturday, August 15
• Saturday, August 22 – SHOWCASE

Showcase is open and free for the audience.

It’s time for a new round of the vibrant Afro Drums Workshop! Led by artists Bafana Nhlapo and Solo Diarra, this immersive series runs over 8 Saturdays, with the final showcase taking place on August 22nd at Nordic Black Theatre. Limited spots available, so don’t wait. Dive into the artistry of African drumming, vocal techniques, and rhythmic movement, culminating in an exciting showcase.

Drums: Learn foundational drumming techniques from masters Bafana and Solo. Please bring your own djembe (drum) or rent one from Bafana and Solo (limited drums available through TicketCo).

Vocal & Rhythm: Discover the interplay of voice and rhythm in African music.

Marimba & West African Technique: Explore marimba sounds and West African rhythms with expert guidance.

The Afro Drums Movement concludes on August 22nd with a showcase celebrating the journey of our participants. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and be moved!

Bafana Nhlapo (South Africa): Bafana is known for his unique industrial percussion style using household items—like his signature tin cups. Combining his Zulu roots with funk, jazz, and rock, he delivers a spiritual and modern sound. Singing mainly in isiZulu, his powerful falsetto captures emotions that transcend language.

Solo Diarra (Burkina Faso): A Griot from a family of traditional storytellers, Solo has mastered instruments like the djembe, kora, n’goni, balafon, and guitar. He honors Griot traditions while blending them with contemporary afrobeat and Manding sounds. His performances are genuine and personal, often drawing from life experiences to offer hope and strength through music.

Prices

• Package price for all 8 sessions: 1800 kr
• Drop-in: 350 kr
• Drum rent: 100 kr (limited drums available)