Workshops
BrasArte offers a wider range of dance and music workshops for all skill levels. Each workshop is led by expert faciliators from USA and Brazil. Registration for all workshops takes place on our MindBody Online portal.
Brazilian Rhythms: Percussion with Abel Damasceno
6 week drum series
Tuesdays 7:30-8:45pm
Starting November 28
Learn sizzling rhythms from Brazil with Brazilian percussion instruments like surdo, caixa, agogo, repinique, & timbau!
Learn the cultural background behind the rhythms and how to play in a lively ensemble.
All levels (including first-timers) are welcome in this supportive and fun class as we explore the beauty of Brazilian rhythm. Drums provided, or bring your own.
About Abel:
A native of Salvador, Bahia, Abel Damasceno is a professional Brazilian multi-instrumentalist & teaching artist. Abel is the Batala San Francisco founder, and has played with Carla Visi, Mariene de Castro, Margareth Menezes, Carlinhos Brown, and Tonho Materia.
Past Workshops
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BrasArte
1901 San Pablo Avenue (at Hearst Street)
Berkeley, California 94702.1611
Tel: 510.528.1958
BrasArte is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization. Our mission is to preserve Brazilian culture through dance, music, culture, and connection.
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