Workshop Flamenco Percussion

The percussionist Nasrine Rahmani will hold a flamenco percussion workshop on 27 April. This workshop is designed for two levels: beginner and intermediate.

Beginner Level:
This level focuses on technique, compás por tangos, and rumbas.

– Cajón technique
– Styles – tangos and rumbas (4/4 rhythms)
– Hand technique (palmas)
– Cortes and cierres

Intermediate Level:
Aimed at more experienced musicians, this level will cover technique, compás por alegrías, and bulerías.

– Cajón technique
– Styles – alegrías and bulerías (12-beat rhythms)
– Hand technique (palmas)
– Cortes and cierres

The workshop will take place over one day, with a total of 2 hours and a half of training for each level.

Technical details

  • Percussion Nasrine Rahmani
  • Level Beginner / Intermediate
  • Location École de Musiques Actuelles eMa.
  • Date Saturday, 27 April
  • Time – Beginner 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Time – Intermediate 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Address Pass. de la Radio 2, 1205 Genève

Fee - Beginner Level: 75.-

Fee - Intermediate Level: 75.-

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