Posted by Ellen in OffBeat on 04 29th, 2009 | 1 Comment

OffBeat on YouTube

OffBeat on YouTube
Offbeat on YouTube! Click the image to view our YouTube video.   
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Posted by Ellen in OffBeat on 04 20th, 2009 | No Comments

OffBeat

OffBeat
OffBeat Drumming Ensemble OffBeat performs inspiring rhythms influenced by the great traditions of West Africa and Brasil and by the evolving creativity of our drummers.  Named for our unique character and sense of humor, we hope to create an inclusive, celebratory environment with each performance. About...
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Posted by Ellen in Drum Repair on 04 20th, 2009 | No Comments

Drum Repair

Drum Repair
Broken djembe or ashiko drum head? Ellen can skillfully replace it for you. Whether you would like a goatskin, with or without hair, or a cowhide, she can have your drum singing again soon! E-mail Ellen Clegg to make arrangements for the repair.
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Posted by Ellen in Online Lessons on 04 20th, 2009 | 1 Comment

Online Lessons

Online Lessons
Private Drum Lessons Drum and Percussion lessons are available in a wide range of styles and instruments, with a teaching style adaptive to a range of learning styles and goals.  From traditional Western drumming, including drum set, snare technique, marimba, etc. to various world percussion instruments...
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Posted by Ellen in Weekly Classes on 04 20th, 2009 | 3 Comments

Weekly Classes

Weekly Classes
Learn effective hand drumming technique while unleashing the urge to improvise and play in a safe and supportive environment. We’ll play West African, Brazilian, and Latin American inspired rhythms as a we build a drumming community. We’ll also create rhythms of our own, learning skills to bring...
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Posted by Ellen in Workshops on 04 20th, 2009 | No Comments

Workshops

Workshops
Ellen offers a variety of drumming workshops at all skill levels. Here is what is currently available: Drumming and Wellness Workshops Teambuilding Workshops Women’s Drumming Workshops For more information on any of these, click one of the links above, or feel free to contact Ellen with any questions...
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Posted by Ellen in Women's Drumming Workshops on 04 20th, 2009 | 1 Comment

Women’s Drumming Workshops

Women’s Drumming Workshops
Women’s Day-Long Drumming Retreat Saturday September 18th from 10:00am – 4:00pm At 83 Fox Hill Road in Bernardston, MA. Experience the unique, powerful, and relaxing feeling of a full day of drumming. Learn effective hand drumming technique while unleashing the urge to improvise and play in a...
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Posted by Ellen in Drumming and Wellness Workshops on 04 20th, 2009 | 1 Comment

Drumming and Wellness Workshops

Drumming and Wellness Workshops
More workshop descriptions to come… Rhythm and Drumming in Pregnancy and Labor A recent mother herself, Ellen Clegg has first-hand experience with the ancient tool of rhythm and drumming in labor.  Opening to the rhythms of one’s body (contractions), is a major part of the birth process.  Ellen...
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Posted by Ellen in Teambuilding Workshops on 04 20th, 2009 | No Comments

Teambuilding Workshops

Teambuilding Workshops
Workshops Offered Good Rhythm, Good Company The workplace has a rhythm just as we as employees have our individual rhythms. In this uplifting and high energy workshop, participants will learn the rhythms of the workplace, when to listen, when to join in, when to work hard and focus, and when to slow...
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