Afrobeatniks drummer teaching course at Grange

Music store Bomdiggity will host a drumming class at the Mount Lookout Grange on Sunday.

Afrobeatniks drummer Bradley Hoessle will teach an Explorations in Drumming class on Sunday afternoon in Mancos.

Hoessle is the director of Samba Galactica, a local Brazilian percussion marching troupe. He has studied in Cuba, Guinea and West Africa and has been teaching and performing at drum-related events for more than 25 years.

The event is hosted by local instrument store Bomdiggity, but it will be held at the Mount Lookout Grange, 680 Grand Ave. The class is open to musicians of all levels and will take place from 3-4:30 p.m., with a cost of $15 per person.

To sign up, contact David Mallin via email at lovelightstudioz@gmail.com or by phone at 903-0810. Those planning on bringing their own drums should let Mallin know; otherwise, instruments will be provided.

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