Doumbek/Darbuka Workshop

With Turkish percussionist Nezih Antakli

Learn how to play basic techniques, traditional Middle Eastern rhythms and belly dance accompaniment. For beginner and intermediate levels.

Topics covered in the workshop:

• Basic playing techniques of the doumbek.
• Exercises to develop precise timing and sharp sounds.
• Middle Eastern rhythms from Egypt and Turkey.
• Combinations of rhythms.
• Ideas for belly dance accompaniment.
• Simple explanation of odd time signatures (e.g. 7/8 and 9/8).


Location: South Street Sounds 1531 South St Philadelphia, PA 19146
When: February 6th 2009. 4:00-6:00 pm
Cost: $25 (instrument rental possible - $4)
To sign up or for more information call
215 900 8599 or e-mail mideastmusicphilly@gmail.com