MUSIC 188 - WORLD PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

    Recent Professors
    Clarice Nunes Castilho
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026
    Class Size
    16 students
    Difficulty
    6.8Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    1.25
    Prerequisite
    Audition
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of MUSIC 188
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Presents the study and performance of hand drumming. The rhythms taught are drawn from the drumming cultures of Africa, the Middle East, India, the Caribbean, and South America. This ensemble is taught through oral tradition although some written materials are made available from time to time. Drums are provided but students are welcome to bring their own instruments (djembes, congas, frame drums). Audition by instructor to ensure instrumental proficiency, and public performances are required.
    Usually Held
    Fri 8:00am–12:50pm, Fri 8:30am–12:45pm