Calendar of Upcoming Events

Balkan Music Workshop with Kaila Flexer
When: 6 weeks: Saturdays, February 13 - March 20, 2010
Time: 11 a.m. To 1:00 p.m.
Where: Private Residence in Oakland (near Mills College)
Cost: $160.

Description:

Music from the Balkan countries (Greece, Bulgaria and Macedonia and many more) employs so-called “odd meters”, such as 7/8, 5/8 and 11/8. While this may seem complicated, this is dance-based music and the flow of these rhythms is actually completely natural, once you feel them. The scales used in music from this part of the world are very distinctive and beautiful. The repertoire itself is as varied as the languages are. A variety of material will be presented by ear and stylistic components of these styles including ornamentation, playing back up rhythm and improvisation will be covered. Please bring recording device to class if possible. We’ll play by ear and written music will be provided.

Minimum of five to have the class run. This workshop is open to all instrumentalists from intermediate to advanced levels. RSVP required.