Entry for February 19, 2008
Drummers and Dancers wanted
Since 1982, the women drummers of The Batucada Belles have been playing at rallies and marches in the tradition of the Brazilian batucada, calling people into the streets in celebration and protest.
The Batucada Belles are looking for women who want to Drum and Dance with us during the Pride season and the walk season. Come drum and dance with us at the FREE drumming playshops to celebrate the spirit of women drumming. Learn to play some of our traditional Brazilian instruments, Caixa (snare drum), Surdo (large bass drum), Tamborim (small high pitched drum), Repenique (lead drum that calls breaks), Ganza (shakers) and Agogo Bells (light double cowbell) or bring your own drums and other percussion. We will teach you drum techniques to play in a drum circle or lead a group of other drummers.
Help us to insure that no event goes without that contagious energy of WOMEN ON DRUMS.
