Step into a one-of-a-kind drumming experience using a custom array of handmade industrial drums. In this dynamic class, you’ll explore world rhythms drawn from Swarm’s rich archive of percussive music. Combine movement and sound as you spin from drum to drum, learning coordinated patterns that integrate striking both drum heads and rims with drumsticks for a full-bodied percussive sound.
Dive into polyrhythms and explore a variety of time signatures while incorporating expressive arm movements and body gestures. Whether you’re just beginning or have advanced skills, you’ll develop your rhythm, coordination and creativity.
The session culminates in an interactive group drum jam, where you’ll bring together the rhythms and movement techniques you’ve learned and add your own unique flair.
All skill levels welcome—basic rhythm experience recommended.
Cost: $12
William Wallace is an artist and musician. After experimenting with various media at several collages including The Art Institute of Chicago he went on to specialize in building large scale sound sculptures used for theatrical performance. The main musical groups he performed with were; MASS, Music and Sonic Sculpture; Jellyeye, Action Drumming and SWARM, Moving Music. William built all the drums and experimental music instruments for these groups as well as writing the majority of the music and choreography.