| Location | San Francisco |
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PRIVATE TRANCE DRUMMING LESSONS
~ DJEMBE, DOUMBEK & All WORLD HAND DRUMS ~
with AUNTIE MATTER
LEARN TO PLAY & IMPROVISE IN ANY SITUATION -
Feel confident & effortless in a drum circle!
For ALL Levels of Drummer:
> Djembe ~ Doumbek ~ Ashiko ~ Conga ~ All World Hand Drums <
Solo Private, Double Privates & Small Group Privates
with Auntie Matter (aka Sondra Slade)
Founder & Lead Percussionist
AXIS MUNDI World Beat Trance Groove
SPECIAL MONTH OF APRIL:
ALL TUESDAYS in the month of April will be available:
April 5, 12, 19, 26
as well as 2 THURSDAY slots:
April 14, 28
7pm to 8:30pm
*After April - alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays will be available.*
IF YOU want to learn how to play Doumbek, D'jembe, or any World Hand Drum...
IF YOU have never played drums but want to play in Drum Circles...
IF YOU play world drums & want to incorporate new ones into your line-up...
*IF YOU JUST WANT TO GET MAD NEW SKILLS ON YOUR DRUM,
*LEARN GREAT RHYTHMS,
*EXPERIENCE THE TRANSFORMATIONAL & HEALING POWER OF TRANCE DRUMMING,
*AND HAVE ECSTATIC FUN WITH DRUMS...
then these lessons are for you!
You will learn to get the best sounds from your drum, mesmerizing World Beat
rhythm patterns from the Middle East, India, and Africa, and basic skills for
journeying the shamanic realm of World Beat Trance Drumming. You will learn
several rhythm patterns and their variations, that can all be combined into a
seamless cycle of nested polyrhythms. You will also learn how to easily transition
from one to another of these patterns, play them simultaneously on top of each
other canon style with other drummers, improvise & invent your own rhythms, and
seamlessly return to the Mother Beat, all without getting lost or dropping the beat!
Based on my long practice of Kundalini Sound Yoga and Trance Drumming, I will
also teach you how to effortlessly "STOP THINKING" and let the PULSE carry you
into transformational dimensions of consciousness! States of rapture & elation,
healing & stress relief, disconnection from Time, and expanded Unified Field
Awareness are regularly experienced.
LOCATION - Potrero Hill in San Francisco
easily reached by car - PLENTY OF EASY STREET PARKING!!
or Public Transportation - the Muni lines 48 & 22 run right to it.
Once you Register you will be sent the address and directions.
PRIVATE LESSON TUITION:
Solo Private:
$50.00 1st Lesson
$45.00 thereafter
Missed/Canceled Private: $30.00
Double Private: (per person)
$45.00 1st Lesson
$40.00 thereafter
Missed/Canceled Private: $25.00
Small Group Private: by quote
BYO drum if you have one...
Drum Rental available:
Doumbeks & D'jembes - $10 per drum, per class.
If you do not already have your own drum, you can start
out by renting a drum from me - try out Doumbek and/or
D'jembe and see what you like.
Contact me before the lesson if you want to use one!
After you have started Lessons I can email you my
recommendations for the best drums, buying them
and where to get the best deals, both in stores & online.
*My students get a 10% Discount on Drums at SF Guitar Center*
In the PULSE
Namaste` ~ Sondra (aka Auntie Matter)
For more info... contact: axismundi@jps.net
-------------------------------------------------
Music & Downloads:
www.soundclick.com/axismundi
Drumming Classes:
pweb.jps.net/~axismundi/id5.html
online Review:
www.radicalsages.com/sageblog_id.php
--------------------------------------------------
Student Testimonials:
"Last night, I spent two hours with Axis Mundi founder
Sondra Slade, being tutored by her in "trance drumming."
Sondra is a marvelous teacher, extraordinary drummer,
and utterly delicious human being. A joyous elation
flooded my body, mind, and heart as I entered a sensual
world beyond thoughts and concepts - a world of feeling,
rhythm, vibration, pulse, and primal conscious energy."
Robert Rabbin, Founder, Radical Sages
"A woman of wit, intelligence and wonder! You are beautiful
inside and out. I love your trance drumming classes! My mind
has expanded and my stress is near zero." Juno
"You were very kind and gentle to us as beginning drummers.
I suffered a head injury and I was worried that I would not be
able to understand the instructions, follow the rhythm or even
attempt to keep up with the rest of the class, but you helped
me focus and learn how to get into that nice 'theta state'. I
felt good drumming! We went home absolutely ecstatic! We
plan to study with you again and again!" Chris & Robert
"I wanted to let you know how much I enjoy the classes!
It's so beautiful to see the passion you have for your work!
The magic of the drum can take me into an altered state
of consciousness very quickly. It feels really expansive,
and the drum becomes a part of me, which is very special...
it feels so good!" Doris & Dane
"Thank you for your time and your generosity. You have
imparted and shared not just musical notes but a lot of
insights about drumming which are very enlightening -
and made me love drumming more." Mae
"I love the drumming! This is part of a healing practice for me;
I am recovering from some intensive medical treatments.
Sondra, I have benefited so much from our drumming!" Tish
"What a beautiful night! I was having these waves of
epiphanies wash over me...Very enjoyable and a great
learning experience! Thank you! I feel blessed and
honored to have been there to share it." Nicolle
-------------------------------------------------------------
AUNTIE MATTER (aka Sondra Slade) Percussionist:
Founded AXIS MUNDI World Groove Trance Chant
and is the band's Producer, Artistic Director & Lead
Percussionist. She has studied & performed music her
whole life, and at the Ali Akbar Khan School of Music
& the Center for World Music, she first became involved
in Indian and Middle Eastern music and Sacred Sound
as a Spiritual Path. She has produced numerous World
Music events & performed with many varied ensembles,
and over 10 years ago she began journeying the Mystical
Shamanic Path of TRANCE DRUMMING as an integral part
of her practice of Kundalini 'Spontaneous Sound Yoga.'
Sondra has served as Adjunct Instructor of Spirituality
at Holy Names College and the University of Creation
Spirituality, served on the faculty at GaiaAlliance teaching
Sacred Sound & Drumming for Transformation, & has taught
Trance Drumming at Belladonna, Spiral Muse, Change Makers,
the SF Spiritual Enrichment Center, the Humanist Fellowship,
& the Institute for Conscious BodyWork. She now teaches
several ongoing classes in San Francisco, facilitates Drum
Circles and Rituals and leads Retreats.
Whether she is teaching, playing with her band, other ensembles,
Belly Dancers, DJ's, or as a percussionist for rituals and all types
of dance performances, her intuitive, organic percussion supplies
listeners and dancers a journey through the deepest dimensions
of rhythmic entrainment.
pweb.jps.net/~axismundi/id4.html
people.tribe.net/auntiematter
~ DJEMBE, DOUMBEK & All WORLD HAND DRUMS ~
with AUNTIE MATTER
LEARN TO PLAY & IMPROVISE IN ANY SITUATION -
Feel confident & effortless in a drum circle!
For ALL Levels of Drummer:
> Djembe ~ Doumbek ~ Ashiko ~ Conga ~ All World Hand Drums <
Solo Private, Double Privates & Small Group Privates
with Auntie Matter (aka Sondra Slade)
Founder & Lead Percussionist
AXIS MUNDI World Beat Trance Groove
SPECIAL MONTH OF APRIL:
ALL TUESDAYS in the month of April will be available:
April 5, 12, 19, 26
as well as 2 THURSDAY slots:
April 14, 28
7pm to 8:30pm
*After April - alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays will be available.*
IF YOU want to learn how to play Doumbek, D'jembe, or any World Hand Drum...
IF YOU have never played drums but want to play in Drum Circles...
IF YOU play world drums & want to incorporate new ones into your line-up...
*IF YOU JUST WANT TO GET MAD NEW SKILLS ON YOUR DRUM,
*LEARN GREAT RHYTHMS,
*EXPERIENCE THE TRANSFORMATIONAL & HEALING POWER OF TRANCE DRUMMING,
*AND HAVE ECSTATIC FUN WITH DRUMS...
then these lessons are for you!
You will learn to get the best sounds from your drum, mesmerizing World Beat
rhythm patterns from the Middle East, India, and Africa, and basic skills for
journeying the shamanic realm of World Beat Trance Drumming. You will learn
several rhythm patterns and their variations, that can all be combined into a
seamless cycle of nested polyrhythms. You will also learn how to easily transition
from one to another of these patterns, play them simultaneously on top of each
other canon style with other drummers, improvise & invent your own rhythms, and
seamlessly return to the Mother Beat, all without getting lost or dropping the beat!
Based on my long practice of Kundalini Sound Yoga and Trance Drumming, I will
also teach you how to effortlessly "STOP THINKING" and let the PULSE carry you
into transformational dimensions of consciousness! States of rapture & elation,
healing & stress relief, disconnection from Time, and expanded Unified Field
Awareness are regularly experienced.
LOCATION - Potrero Hill in San Francisco
easily reached by car - PLENTY OF EASY STREET PARKING!!
or Public Transportation - the Muni lines 48 & 22 run right to it.
Once you Register you will be sent the address and directions.
PRIVATE LESSON TUITION:
Solo Private:
$50.00 1st Lesson
$45.00 thereafter
Missed/Canceled Private: $30.00
Double Private: (per person)
$45.00 1st Lesson
$40.00 thereafter
Missed/Canceled Private: $25.00
Small Group Private: by quote
BYO drum if you have one...
Drum Rental available:
Doumbeks & D'jembes - $10 per drum, per class.
If you do not already have your own drum, you can start
out by renting a drum from me - try out Doumbek and/or
D'jembe and see what you like.
Contact me before the lesson if you want to use one!
After you have started Lessons I can email you my
recommendations for the best drums, buying them
and where to get the best deals, both in stores & online.
*My students get a 10% Discount on Drums at SF Guitar Center*
In the PULSE
Namaste` ~ Sondra (aka Auntie Matter)
For more info... contact: axismundi@jps.net
-------------------------------------------------
Music & Downloads:
www.soundclick.com/axismundi
Drumming Classes:
pweb.jps.net/~axismundi/id5.html
online Review:
www.radicalsages.com/sageblog_id.php
--------------------------------------------------
Student Testimonials:
"Last night, I spent two hours with Axis Mundi founder
Sondra Slade, being tutored by her in "trance drumming."
Sondra is a marvelous teacher, extraordinary drummer,
and utterly delicious human being. A joyous elation
flooded my body, mind, and heart as I entered a sensual
world beyond thoughts and concepts - a world of feeling,
rhythm, vibration, pulse, and primal conscious energy."
Robert Rabbin, Founder, Radical Sages
"A woman of wit, intelligence and wonder! You are beautiful
inside and out. I love your trance drumming classes! My mind
has expanded and my stress is near zero." Juno
"You were very kind and gentle to us as beginning drummers.
I suffered a head injury and I was worried that I would not be
able to understand the instructions, follow the rhythm or even
attempt to keep up with the rest of the class, but you helped
me focus and learn how to get into that nice 'theta state'. I
felt good drumming! We went home absolutely ecstatic! We
plan to study with you again and again!" Chris & Robert
"I wanted to let you know how much I enjoy the classes!
It's so beautiful to see the passion you have for your work!
The magic of the drum can take me into an altered state
of consciousness very quickly. It feels really expansive,
and the drum becomes a part of me, which is very special...
it feels so good!" Doris & Dane
"Thank you for your time and your generosity. You have
imparted and shared not just musical notes but a lot of
insights about drumming which are very enlightening -
and made me love drumming more." Mae
"I love the drumming! This is part of a healing practice for me;
I am recovering from some intensive medical treatments.
Sondra, I have benefited so much from our drumming!" Tish
"What a beautiful night! I was having these waves of
epiphanies wash over me...Very enjoyable and a great
learning experience! Thank you! I feel blessed and
honored to have been there to share it." Nicolle
-------------------------------------------------------------
AUNTIE MATTER (aka Sondra Slade) Percussionist:
Founded AXIS MUNDI World Groove Trance Chant
and is the band's Producer, Artistic Director & Lead
Percussionist. She has studied & performed music her
whole life, and at the Ali Akbar Khan School of Music
& the Center for World Music, she first became involved
in Indian and Middle Eastern music and Sacred Sound
as a Spiritual Path. She has produced numerous World
Music events & performed with many varied ensembles,
and over 10 years ago she began journeying the Mystical
Shamanic Path of TRANCE DRUMMING as an integral part
of her practice of Kundalini 'Spontaneous Sound Yoga.'
Sondra has served as Adjunct Instructor of Spirituality
at Holy Names College and the University of Creation
Spirituality, served on the faculty at GaiaAlliance teaching
Sacred Sound & Drumming for Transformation, & has taught
Trance Drumming at Belladonna, Spiral Muse, Change Makers,
the SF Spiritual Enrichment Center, the Humanist Fellowship,
& the Institute for Conscious BodyWork. She now teaches
several ongoing classes in San Francisco, facilitates Drum
Circles and Rituals and leads Retreats.
Whether she is teaching, playing with her band, other ensembles,
Belly Dancers, DJ's, or as a percussionist for rituals and all types
of dance performances, her intuitive, organic percussion supplies
listeners and dancers a journey through the deepest dimensions
of rhythmic entrainment.
pweb.jps.net/~axismundi/id4.html
people.tribe.net/auntiematter
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