This class gives you basic drumming skills, the language of rhythm and a knowledge base of drumming culture, while teaching music of the African Diaspora. In an ensemble setting, you’ll learn binary and tertiary rhythmic forms using pulse and clave as a foundation. The material includes drum and percussion technique, songs, folklore and community resources. Drums provided or bring your own. Class meets in the East Gym Annex on Rainy days Instructor Don Davidson has served for over 15 years as a drummer, teacher and performing musician throughout California, the U.S., Europe, Australia and Argentina.