Current Classes: Melbourne, Australia


Drummergirl aims to provide a supportive, encouraging, and uplifting environment for students to learn the craft of West African drumming. Drummergirl acknowledges that each student views their study of drumming differently. The teaching style therefore aims to inspire students to achieve whatever it is that they desire with respect to their study of drumming. The only expectation is that students don't take themselves too seriously and that they have fun!

HAWTHORN - Hawthorn Community House (39 William St)

 
Beginner Courses
Intermediate Classes
Day
Wednesday
Wednesday
Time
6.30-7.30pm
7.30-8.30pm
Term 3
Finishes August 25th
Ongoing
Term 4

Sep 1st - October 6th
Oct 13th - Nov 17th
(6 weeks)
Cost
$100 6-weeks
$120 8-weeks or $25/week + beg.class.

IVANHOE - Livingstone Community Centre (1 Livingstone St)

 
Beginner
Intermediate
Day
Tuesday
Tuesday
Time
7.00-8.00pm
8.00-9.00pm
Term 3

Finishes August 24th
Ongoing
Term 4
Aug 31st - October 5th
(6 weeks)

October 12th - Nov 23rd
(6 weeks excl. Melb Cup)
Cost
$100 6-weeks

$120 8-weeks or $25/week + beg.class.

Class levels:
Beginner = students with no experience up to those who have completed at least 2 beginner courses. As students learn at different rates, attending 2 beginner courses doesn't neccesarily mean a student is ready to progress to the next level. Ask Simone if you are unsure.
Intermediate = this is a more challenging class and requires a solid foundation in many aspects of drumming.

Private classes with Simone are available for $60/hour ($50 if you are enrolled in a course) or $100/2hrs.

Other Upcoming Workshop Dates

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CASUAL CLASSES

  • ENSEMBLE PLAY - Do you want the opportunity to play the rhythms you are learning/have learnt in an ensemble-style setting? Come to our ensemble play! Sessions are open to intermediate level students. Classes are normally held on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Contact us for details.
DUN DUN CLASSES
  • Ivanhoe - Dates TBC
    All levels: 7.00-9.00pm, $30. Book early as numbers are limited.
  • Hawthorn - Dates TBC
    All levels: 6.30-8.30pm, $30. Book early as numbers are limited.
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DRUM MAKING WORKSHOPS

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Building your own drum is an intensely satisfying process. The process involves oiling the wooden shell, wrapping the rings, roping up the drum, skinning and tightening/tuning. The first session takes about 3-4hrs. A follow-up session of 1-2hrs is required to finish the tuning process. Prices range from $350 - $650.

Sessions are held in our Preston workshop (address given on booking).

For bookings and enquiries contact Simone 0431 434 538 or email info@drummergirl.com.au.

 

MANSFIELD WORKSHOPS
Workshops are held at Mansfield Steiner School (91 Highett St)
11am-12.30pm Beginner
1.30-3pm Intermediate
$25 for one workshop/$40 for two or more. Next date TBC.
Contact us for more info about this or any of our other workshops.

MOHAMED BANGOURA WORKSHOPS

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After a succesful Melbourne tour in late 2009, Mohamed will return in August 2010. Details TBC.

Testimonials

'Having drummed with other teachers, how refreshing to have finally found Drummergirl! A drumming teacher who teaches from the heart as Drumming should be. Don't waste time looking around, book in with Drummergirl for a heart-lifting night of fun and inspiration.'
Carole Peutrill, Advanced Student

'Simone's teaching style makes drumming accessible to anyone - regardless of age, ability or talent and her enthusiasm is truly contagious. Not to mention - Simone's encouragement for all her students never waivers. It's such fun.'
Fiona Dixon, 10-week course participant

'The vibe was great amongst the other participants and I found Simone to be a great teacher who genuinely enjoyed helping people learn.'
Kim Vassallo, 10-week course participant