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Batucada do Norte – Brazilian Drumming Ensemble

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Title of Course: Batucada do Norte – Brazilian Drumming Ensemble

Name of facilitator: Pat O’Keefe

E-mail: batucadadonorte@yahoo.com Phone: 651-324-4373

Course description: Course description: Batucada do Norte is a community group dedicated to studying and performing the many street drumming styles found in Brazil during Carnival. Founded by brothers Tim and Pat O’Keefe in 2006, the group has performed at many events throughout the Twin Cities, including the annual May Day Parade, the Minneapolis Mosaic Festival, and the Minnesota History Museum’s Nine Nights of Music. No prior musical experience is necessary to join, just open minds and open ears. Some musical instruments will be provided.

Class Time: Wednesdays, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Class Dates: ongoing

Place: Lower Riverside Park in Minneapolis (on West River Parkway)

Class size: Minimum ____5_____ Maximum ____none_____

What experience do you bring to this class? I am a professional musician with over 20 years of performing and teaching experience, and I have been studying, performing, and teaching Brazilian music since 1996. I received my doctorate in music from the University of California, San Diego.

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