Cost: Ashiko $370 or Djembe $470, includes all materials to build your drum, drumming class on Fri and Sat, 2 nights lodging, and all meals.

Come spend a weekend immersed in the sights and sounds of building your very own African Drum. Under the expert guidance of master drum builder Tom Harris you will sand, stain, oil, wrap and shave your very own drum of your choice. You can choose either an Ashiko (from Purple Heart, Oak, Walnut, Cherry, Ash or Heart Pine) or a Djembe. This has always been one of our most popular workshops and Tom, who has built more than 1,200 drums, will delight you with his stories and knowledge of African Drums. No previous woodworking experience necessary and all ages are welcome!

The drum you make is yours to take home with you

Limited commuter space available: please call for prices

Class size is limited so please register early

Except for Djembe whose shell is imported from the Ivory Coast please indicate your choice of wood on your registration form

Please Note: A deposit of $200 is required by March 5, 2010 for this workshop

SPECIAL NOTE:

In conjunction with this workshop we will also offer two additional drumming class’s for those not building a drum. The cost for each drum class will be $25. We would encourage early registration but will accept payment at the door for these extra classes. The first will be on Friday evening from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM and the second will be on Saturday evening from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM. These extra classes will be held in the Apple Barn and are all for all ages and all levels of experience. Bring you own drum.

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