If you are curious about African drumming or want to further your drumming journey, sign up for this workshop with Abass Dodoo, a drummer that has toured extensively with C.R.E.A.M drummer, Ginger Baker and recorded with Van Morrison & violinist Julia Brussel.
A ticket includes a vegan/veggie meal with the price.
You can bring your own drums or instruments for the final part of the workshop, where everyone will play together.
£5 PP
MONDAY 14 NOVEMBER 6.30-9.30PM
Over 2022, Grow, Hackney is hosting 10 workshops for Hackney residents to join makers, producers, musicians, artists and activists and participant in an introductory creative activity and enjoy a communal meal together.
Come and join Abass Dodoo, London based percussionist and Julia Brüssel, Germany based violinist. Abass Dodoo is a master drummer and has toured the world with his different projects and his uncle, legendary percussionist and cultural ambassador Mustapha Teddey Addey. He toured and worked with the legendary drummer Ginger Baker for 12 years.
Julia Brüssel is a jazz violinist, skilled in different fields of music like experimental music, jazz and global music. International concert tours and intensive collaborations with local artists shaped her individual style and expanded her artistry.
If you are curious about African drumming or want to further your drumming journey, Abass is will take you through some classic rhythms for 1.5 hours followed by a healthy and nutritious vegan/veggie meal eaten together with Abass and members of the Grow Team.
About Abass Dodoo
Abass Dodoo was born into a family of Royal master Ghanaian Drummers whose existence was not only steeped in the traditions of Ghanaian music and dance, but also in the folklore of traditional medicines. He has toured extensively since then. And had been involved in many innovative performances, recordings, TV appearances and educational projects.
Leading workshops throughout Europe (including WOMAD), Abass magically turns the audience into performers, and entertainment into a lived experience, as is the tradition in Ghana. At workshops in schools, business team building and festivals, Abass turns workshops into creative participation experiences with the result of solidarity in the cohesive experience.
Abass says: " I love playing music as it makes me feel like I'm walking on the moon."
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Drums will be provided
You must live in Hackney and provide a Hackney postcode on booking
You must be over 18 years of age (please note: we operate a challenge 25 policy if you wish to buy alcohol)
You will get a free vegan/veggie meal as part of the workshop
You will be able to buy drinks as part of meal
Please check your email before leaving for this workshop in case there is a last-minute cancellation of the event
If you are unable to make it, please do let us know as early as possible as there is a waiting list.
These events are part of the Hello Again, Hackney campaign, a Hackney Council (LBH) Initiative which aims to encourage residents and visitors to rediscover their favourite venues, businesses and public spaces and help get the local economy back on its feet after the strain of the coronavirus
About Grow
Grow is an independent and grassroots cultural space with international impact, based in Hackney Wick. Since 2014, our aim is to remove financial barriers to extend opportunities to enjoy a creative and nurturing environment whilst exploring ecological and social sustainability. Grow spans genres and celebrates diverse culture from around the globe to down the road. The venue includes a busy bar, kitchen, indoor and outdoor areas from which people enjoy good food, drinks and cultural and community events.