Spring Urban Retreat!
R E L A X + R E S T O R E in R H Y T H M
April 18 & 19, 2020
Topanga, CA
Set on a picturesque mountain top home,
Spend 2 days, immersed in the world of
frame drumming, Ewe, Middle Eastern and Persian Grooves, improv and much more…
Includes Over 6 Hours of Drumming Fun Each Day!
TWO REGISTRATION OPTIONS:
Come for one day (Saturday) or Full Immersion (Saturday and Sunday)
Of course, we suggest the full immersion!
Join us for this Rhythmic Oddesy..
Taking a retreat away from the routine of daily life helps to
replenish and reconnect us to our passion and purpose.
This Retreat is for you, if….
★ You hear the call to deepen your frame drum practice
★ You’re interested in learning groovy rhythms from around the world
★ You’re curious about improvising and creating your OWN music
★ You’re interested in Shamanic Drumming and Sound Healing
PLEASE NOTE:
This is a small, intimate retreat where you will get alot of one on one drumming attention!
Space is Limited; If you hear the call to join, please sign up sooner then later!
Beginner & Experienced Players Welcome..
Beginning and Intermediate/Advanced Students Encouraged to Attend!
Marla tailors the drum workshops to match the level of the participants attending.
Beginning students will learn the fundamentals of Frame Drum and Rhythm Skills
Intermediate/Experienced Players will learn new extended techniques and expand their repertoire
Retreat Overview:
Learn to play basic and extended techniques in the Upright, Lap and FreeHand Styles
In-depth Exploration of Improvising, exploring creativity through Rhythm!
Learn Trance Rhythms from North Africa and the Middle East
Learn commonly used rhythms for belly dancing, jamming, ensembles and drum circles
Explore rhythms for Meditation, Chanting and Healing
Build your rhythmic confidence Solkattu and North Indian Rhythmic Theory
Practices with drums with foot bells ~ Drum & Foot Coordination
Community Drumming *(exploring Jamming, Improv in group settings)
How to use Frame Drum for Sound Healing and Meditation
Student Video Testimonial
PLEASE WATCH & GET INSPIRED!
Details:
★ LOCATION:
Private Home in Topanga, CA (address given upon registration)
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★ DATES:
Saturday, April 18
10:45 am – 5:30pm
Sunday, April 19
11:00am – 4:30pm
Two Options:
Join for Saturday only or for the full immersion (*Full immersion suggested!)
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★ RHYTHMIC INVESTMENT:
Saturday Only
Only $95
(*early bird pricing, the price goes up $20 on February 18, 2020)
Saturday and Sunday (Full Immersion)
Only $179
(* early bird pricing, the price goes up $40 on February 18, 2020)
Bring a Friend Discount- Each Save $15!
Drumming is best with buddies!
Bring a friend and Each Save $15 (*valid for full immersion only )
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★WHAT IS INCLUDED:
*Price includes Workshop Only (no food or lodging)
* Please bring a bagged lunch with you!
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★ GETTING HERE:
TRAIN:
Chatsworth is the closest train station
AIRPORT:
LAX or Burbank are the closest airports
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★ OVERNIGHT LODGING:
AIRBNB:
Check Airbnb for locations in Topanga, Woodland Hills, Santa Monica and Pacific Palisades
HOTELS:
There are many lovely hotels in Woodland Hills as well