AFRICAN MARIMBA workshops
The African marimba builds on the percussive element of the African drum by adding melodic expression. Using soprano, tenor and baritone marimbas to build an ensemble, participants get the wonderful opportunity to learn, play and create wonderful melodies and rhythms as a marimba band, and to have a great time whilst doing so.
Otto started playing the marimba in primary school in Botswana in the late 90s. He plays a broad range of southern African cultural songs and covers from Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe, and he is available for teaching at private events, festivals, schools, diversity days, black history month programmes and team bonding activities.
“I REALLY ENJOYED THE CLASSES! YOUR TEACHING STYLE IS ABOUT PATIENCE AND CONSIDERATION AND I THINK YOU HAVE A VERY GOOD FEELING FOR IT”
Weekly Group Classes
Weekly group classes take place on Sundays at Saint Peter's North Community Centre in Bethnal Green, from 12:15 - 1:15pm. Advance online booking is mandatory and absolute beginners are most welcome.
Please visit www.tasteofsouthernafrica.com/events for upcoming workshop details.
African Marimba Workshops In Schools
The marimba is a wonderful classroom instrument that gives a multitude of learning experiences. Apart from being fun, playing in an ensemble boosts confidence, encourages both creativity and concentration, and it teaches participants to listen to one another and work together to produce a harmonious sound.
Diversity Day & Black History Month Workshops
Engaging your senses through music and rhythm is a great vehicle for cross cultural dialogue and understanding. It's especially relevant for Diversity Day / Black History Month programmes. Participants get to learn about the rich histories of the African continent through music - in a fun, hands-on and interactive way.
Team BONding Activities
Using soprano, tenor and baritone marimbas to form an ensemble, work teams get to bond over southern African rhythms, sharing in the co-creation of lovely music. Marimba workshops are great fun and can include a bit of singing, clapping patterns and some simple traditional African dance moves! It's a great way to bring any team closer together.
One-on-One lESSONS
One-on-one classes are available on Sundays at Saint Peter's North Community Centre in Bethnal Green where the diary permits. Advanced booking is required. I am also available to travel to you with the instruments for a private individual or group workshop at a venue of your choice.
Get in touch here to register your interest in a private class.