Percussion, Drum Set & Drums: Jazz, Afro-Latin Rock & African World Percussion.   Earth-29.gif (154392 bytes) Percussion, Drum Set & Drums: Jazz, Afro-Latin Rock & African World Percussion.

Since 1998

LION DRUMMERS/PERCUSSIONISTS

LION DRUMMERS

Percussion Institute

July 21–July 25, 2008

PASSION AND INPIRATION OF THE DRUM

 Luis Garay, Founder, Instructor and Artistic Director

2007 Tiger Drummers

"The Lion Drummers' concert was absolutely amazing.  You created incredible pieces for the students to play, and you elicited tremendous performances from them all."

 "Friday night was wonderful!  My husband and I were both infected with the joy of music you pass on the the children.  I particulary was impressed by the 2 boys playing the marimbas during the middle age group.  It was amazing to watch as well as to listen."

"Fabulous performance:. thank you.."

"We want to thank you for the wonderful percussion experience you have given to us over the past week. The Lion Drummers workshop far exceeded our expectations "

"Hat's off to you!  We parents are proud of what you do for our children."

"Kudos on a great camp and a fantastic recital !!!  Everything exceeded our highest expectations" 

"My whole family thought the concert was incredible.  Many thanks!!! "-Parents.

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 Lion Drummers for High School drummers and percussionists with three years or more of experience playing the instrument, Monday-Friday from 3:30pm-6:30 pm, Friday, 25, dress rehearsal at 10:00 am, Concert Friday, July 25, 2008 at 7:30 pm.. NOTE: If you finished 9 grades or 12 grades on June 2008 you should be in this group  Click here: REGISTRATION ON LINE

Each class is different and challenging and all music is especially composed and arranged by Luis Garay according to the abilities of the students.  This exciting "Week of Percussion" concludes with a spirited, high-energy concert showcasing the skills acquired by each of the classes.  Each class will have nine students.  

Group 2Tiger Drummers for  grade 7-8 CLICK HERE:

 Group 3: Dragon Drummers for  grade 4-6 CLICK HERE

Tuition: $275

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The seminar is open to students from grades 9 through 12 who play any percussion instrument. The seminar is looking for enthusiastic, young drummers and percussion players who have talent and potential, both those who are preparing for a career as professional musicians as well as those students who love to play drums or percussion instruments for fun and enrichment.
 

The Seminar will be in the John Paul Hall and percussion room, Benjamin T. Rome School Of Music, Catholic University Of America, Washington, DC

Directions: Click here:  Directions to CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY , John Paul Hall, School of Music. Take the elevator second floor. The Benjamin T. Rome School of Music is located directly behind the Basilica at the corner of Michigan Ave. and Harewood Rd. Washington, D.C. 

luis@luisgaray.com

301-649-5217

Want to be part of a dynamic performing ensemble? Excitement, energy, and inspiration are the soul of this program.  There is plenty of opportunity for individual creativity and spontaneity enthusiastically provided by master instructor, Luis Garay. He helps his students appreciate the passion and inspiration of the drum and experience the joy of rhythm and the fun of creating music through Afro-Latin Rock, Jazz, and African World percussion. 

The seminar is open to students from grades 9 through 12 who play any percussion instrument. The seminar is looking for enthusiastic, young drummers and percussion players who have talent and potential, both those who are preparing for a career as professional musicians as well as those students who love to play drums or percussion instruments for fun and enrichment. Participants will

Improve their percussion skills through this fun and exciting week of percussion.  In this exhilarating class, everyone will get to play in the groove, progressing from basics to more sophisticated rhythms, and finally to ensemble literature as they learn to converse in the "universal language" of music.

There will be three performing ensembles according to the student’s level and age.

 For details contact: Luis Garay, Director
301-649-5217

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Click here:  Directions to CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY

Map of the Washington, D.C. Metro Lines

Living in Washington, DC

Note:  Metro stop for Lion Drummers Workshop is Brookland/CUA.  Students that need to come early or stay later can do so.  The hall is open from 9:00am to 6:30pm.  If someone needs a carpool, please let me know and I will try to help you. 

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Revised: April 26, 2008