Hello lovers of rhythm!

Here is my Spring Into Summer Schedule:

Courtenay Recreation Register 250 338 5371

Drums Alive: Mondays, Apr 13 - Jun 22 (no class May 18 - this is not marked in the Rec Guide so please confirm at registration) Upper Native Sons Hall -- 12:15 - 1:15 pm

Intermediate African Drumming: Fridays, Apr 10 - Jun 19 (no classes Apr 17, May 15 & May 22) Upper Native Sons Hall -- 12 - 1:00 pm

Beyond Beginners African Drumming: Fridays, Apr 10 - Jun 19 (no classes Apr 17, May 15 & May 22) Upper Native Sons Hall -- 1:30 - 2:30 pm

NEW****

Intro to Frame Drumming: Fridays, Apr 10 - Jun 19 (no classes Apr 17, May 15 & May 22) Upper Native Sons Hall -- 2:45 - 3:45 pm (please register and order your frame drum for purchase ASAP; no extras available at class)

***in this class we use handheld drums similar to but NOT THE SAME AS indigenous frame drums, and we play with our hands not with beaters; the art of the frame drum has ancient roots and we will be playing in the style of Layne Redmond (for absolute beginners!)***

Royston Community Hall  Pre-register by emailing Monica (drumdeva@gmail.com)

Mondays, Apr 6 - Jun 15 (no class May 18)

Duns: 2:30 - 3:15 pm (experienced players only, or with permission of instructor)

Intermediate African Drumming: 3:30 - 4:30 pm

***June 22: SUMMER SOLSTICE potluck/jam/fundraiser--2:30 - 4:30 pm

Errington  register by contacting Kristine: stephenson@live.ca

*** Please note: Errington is currently in the middle of a session; new session doesn't begin until end of April --we run till Apr 21 with no class Apr 7 and a make up class Mar 31)***

NEW SESSION:

Tuesdays, Apr 28 - Jun 23 (no class May 19)

Beyond Beginners African Drumming 3:30 - 4:15 pm

Duns 4:30 - 5:00 pm (experienced only, of with permission of instructor)

Intermediate African Drumming 5:00 - 6:00 pm

***There will be a Beginners class facilitated by Dan Shadboldt starting in April as well! Please let me know if you'd like me to put you in touch with Dan :) ***

Little Qualicum Hall  pre-register by emailing Monica (drumdeva@gmail.com)

Thursdays, Apr 16 - Jun 11

Radiant Lotus Qigong for Women: 11:00 am - 12:15 pm

(this is an ongoing class; if you are interested in joining as a beginner, please contact instructor first)

"Sisterhood of the Drum" (Frame Drumming Sessions): 12:45 - 1:45 pm

(this is an ongoing class for women, following the ancient path of ancestral women frame drummers à la Layne Redmond, which includes stepping and chant along with playing both the frame and jingled frame drums -- if you are interested in joining as a beginner, please contact instructor first)

And mark your calendars (more info to follow):

July 17, 18 & 19: Marimba and Drum Camp with Robin Layne and Bobby Bovenzi -- this powerhouse duo has an incredible line up of rhythms to share with you!

In August (TBA): Drumming with Koca! Back by popular demand! Don't miss this opportunity to learn and "play" with master djembefola, my teacher and dear friend, Kocassale Dioubate!

In the spirit of rhythm,

Monica

 Hello rhythm tribe!

Here is my upcoming schedule for January - March 2026! Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions...

Courtenay: Native Sons Hall (register 250 338 5371)

Fridays, Jan 16 - Mar 27 (no class Feb 6, Feb 27)

Intermediate African Drumming: 12 - 1 pm (***please note that only students who are in dun class in Royston will be playing duns in this class***)

Beyond Beginners African Drumming: 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Beginners African Drumming (will likely not run due to low registration): 2:45 - 3:45 pm

******Current Beyond Beginners Drummers: Please register for Beyonds; you will hear from me via email if there will be changes to scheduling (ie if you should switch up a level).*******

Mondays, Jan 12 - Mar 23 (no class Feb 16)

Drums Alive for Every-Body: 12:15 - 1:15 pm (sorry this class is already full with a waitlist)

Royston Community Hall (pre-register through Monica via email)

Mondays, Jan 12 - Mar 23 (no class Feb 16)

Duns (experienced players or with permission of instructor): 2:30 - 3:15 pm

Intermediate African Drumming: 3:30 - 4:30 pm

***Tentative, depending on interest*** 

Wednesdays, Feb 4, 11 & 18

Introduction to Frame Drumming: Everyone Welcome - 2- 3 pm

Please email Monica ASAP to express interest; participants will be required to bring their own frame drum (recommended: REMO Fibreskyn 14" or 16" https://www.long-mcquade.com/46946/Drums/Hand-Frame-Drums/Remo/Frame-Drum-Fiberskyn-14-Inch.htm) ***Native American First Nations handheld frame drums intended to be played with beaters will likely not be appropriate for this class - check with Monica if unsure***

Errington Community Hall (register thru ACRA/Kristine: stephenson@live.ca)

Tuesdays, February 24 - April 21 (No class March 31 and  April 7)

***No Beginners session***

Beyond Beginners African Drumming: 3:30 - 4:15 pm

Duns (experienced players or with permission): 4:30 - 5:00 pm

Intermediate African Drumming: 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Little Qualicum Hall (pre-register through Monica):

Thursdays, Jan 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12 (not 19, 26), Mar 5, 12, 19 (not 26)

Radiant Lotus Women's Qigong: "Rising" (for continuing students) - 11:00 am - 12:15 pm

Sisterhood of the Frame Drum: 12:45 - 1:45 pm (***Jingled frame drum/tambourine will be incorporated; scheduling may change to lengthen class times - TBA via email) 

***Tentative depending on interest***  

Tuesdays, Jan 13 - Feb 17 

Radiant Lotus Women's Qigong: "Unfolding" (for beginners) - 11 - 12 noon 

That'll do I think ,

Warm winter wishes and a blessed Solstice to one and all,

see you in the new year...if not sooner!

Monica's Spring into Summer Drumming and Rhythm Events Schedule 2025

 Hello drumming and rhythm enthusiasts!

Here is my newest schedule of drum classes and rhythm events: March - June 2025.

Please register asap as some classes fill quickly. Hope to see you!

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COURTENAY RECREATION: register 250 338 5371

African Hand Drumming: April 11 - June 27 (no class Apr 18 & May 9) - all classes Upper Native Sons Hall

INTERMEDIATE DJEMBE : Fridays 12 noon - 1:00 pm

BEYOND BEGINNERS DJEMBE : Fridays 1:30 - 2:30 pm

BEGINNERS DJEMBE : Fridays 2:45 - 3:45 pm  *** If this class does not run due to low registration, all those registered will be contacted with other options.***

Drums Alive for Every-Body: Mar 31 - June 23 (no class Apr 21 & May 19)

Mondays, 12:15 - 1:15 pm ***This class fills very quickly!***

ERRINGTON: register with Kristine (stephenson@live.ca)

African Hand Drumming: Apr 1 - June 17 (no class Apr 22 & May 20) - all classes at the Errington Hall (*except beginners, see below)

BEYOND BEGINNERS : 3:00 - 3:45 pm

DUNS : 4:00 - 4:30 pm

INTERMEDIATE DJEMBE: 4:30 - 5:30 pm

**Trish is holding Beginners classes on MONDAYS, Apr 7 - June 9 (no class Apr 21 & May 19) in the small hall, 3:00 - 3:45 pm **

ROYSTON: email me to confirm your spot

African Hand Drumming: Mar 31 - June 16 (no class Apr 21 & May 19) - all classes at the Royston Community Hall

DUNS (advanced - or with permission): 2:30 - 3:15 pm

INTERMEDIATE DJEMBE: 3:30 - 4:30 pm

BRADLEY CENTRE, COOMBS: register through thebradleycentre.com

Drums Alive: Apr 9, 16, 30, May 7, 14, 28, June 4, 11, 18 & 25

Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm (participants must bring their own exercise ball)

RADIANT LOTUS WOMEN'S QIGONG: please email me if you are interested

Tentative dates: 

INTRODUCTION TO RLWQ  April 10

7 CLASS SESSION Apr 24, May 1, 8, 15, 29, June 5 & 12

Thursdays, time and venue TBA (venue will be in the Oceanside/Qualicum area)

SUMMER SOLSTICE DRUM CIRCLE/POTLUCK/FUNDRAISER

JUNE 19, 4 - 6 pm

WEEKEND WORKSHOPS WITH BOBBY BOVENZI and ROBIN LAYNE!

AUGUST 16 - 17 at the Royston Hall: Stay tuned!

And check out https://www.jamcamp.org/2025-camps -- you might find something you like! ;)

In the spirit of rhythm,

Monica