Workshops - 2008

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Class Descriptions

World Music Drumming Level 1 - (may be repeated)
Offered at the following sites: TX, FL, WI, WA, CA, KS, MD, PA

For teachers, counselors, community recreation leaders, church musicians, and players who would like to learn the basics of African and Caribbean drumming, singing, and moving. This course is primarily based on the publications, World Music Drumming (Hal Leonard) by Dr. Will Schmid (past president, MENC; author). Participants will learn how to implement and teach a course or experience in World Music Drumming. Assisting Dr. Schmid is the course will be Sowah Mensah (Ghanaian Master Drummer, Macalaster College, MN), Josh Ryan ( drumming from Ghana and Caribbean specialist, Baldwin-Wallace College, OH), J.S.Kofi Gbolonyo (Ewe Drummer, U. of Pittsburgh) and Teaching Staff: Paul Corbiere, Nellie Hill, Margaret Jerz, Hong Le, James Mader, Cindy Mayo, Debbie Montague, and Michelle Quigg (all experienced public school teachers). Teaching Assitants include Patty Bourne, Kathy Brink, Chad Criag, Rich Dubé. amd Eileen Freedman. See workshop locations above for staff teaching at that site.

The Level 1 class assumes no prior experience with drumming. Those with no background and individuals with prior experience (even trained percussionists) will both benefit from learning how the World Music Drumming curriculum is approached from the very beginning. Because drum ensembles, songs, and movement are taught orally, teachers trained in notated traditions often experience a significant paradigm shift.

Daily classes include large group instruction, small group interaction and guided micro-teaching/leading, and small group ensemble creation/ improvisation. You will learn how to drum, sing, move, play xylophones and recorders, and teach and lead others. You will experience strategies for integrating drumming into other school and life experiences, and you will also receive supplemental songs and leader strategies not published in the original curriculum.

Training in West African and Caribbean dance will be offered by Michelle Quigg during class and breaks.

World Music Drumming Level 2 - (may be repeated)
Offered at the following sites: TX, WI, WA, KS, MD, PA

For those who have taken Level 1 (or want to repeat Level 2) and want some reinforcement for the original World Music Drumming curriculum plus lots of new ensembles, more songs, movement, recorders (bring or purchase $30 Ghanaian flute— WI, WA, KS only) and xylophone ensembles.

This course is based on a review of World Music Drumming (Hal Leonard) by Dr. Will Schmid the new Silver Burdett Making Music © 2005 Grades 6-8 (Pearson), World Music Drumming: New Ensembles and Songs and More New Ensembles and Songs due 6/07 (Hal Leonard) by Will Schmid, and other music by the Teaching Staff. Participants will learn how to improve their teaching and leading of World Music Drumming. Level 2 teachers/participants will also share strategies and materials for using WMDrumming in community contexts such as summer workshops, spiritual settings, adult wellness, and recreation experiences.

Additional teachers and content for Level 2 include the music of Ghana – Sowah Mensah (WI, WA, KS), the music of Cuba and Ghana — Josh Ryan (TX, WI, WA, MD, PA), Kofi Gbolonyo (PA) — Ewe music from Ghana, and Teaching Staff members: Paul Corbiere, Margaret Jerz, Nellie Hill, Hong Le, James Mader, Cindy Mayo, Debbie Montague, and Michelle Quigg (all experienced public school teachers). See workshop locations above for staff teaching at that site. Many participants take Level 2 three or more times as the content expands and changes each year.

World Music Drumming Level 3 - (may be repeated for a lifetime)
Offered at the following sites: WI, WA, PA

For those who have taken Levels 1 and 2. Course content will include drumming, singing, and dancing from Ghana (Ga, Akan, Ewe peoples), xylophone ensembles from Ghana, Ghanaian flute playing (bring or purchase $30 Ghanaian flute–WI, WA only) and Caribbean (Cuba, etc.) drumming, singing. The course content changes somewhat each year and many participants repeat Level 3 a number of times. Level 3 is taught by Sowah Mensah (Ghanaian Master Drummer, Macalaster College, MN–WI, WA only) and Josh Ryan (drumming from Ghana and Caribbean specialist, Baldwin-Wallace College, OH—WI, WA, PA), and J.S.Kofi Gbolonyo (Ewe Drummer, U. of Pittsburgh - PA only) The WI level 3 workshop is open only to those who have had level 2 with Sowah Mensah.

The Music of Cuba - (may be repeated )
Offered at the following sites: TX, WI, WA, KS, MD, PA

For those who have taken Levels 2 or 3 but want to repeat one of those levels for graduate credit under a different course name and number. Email willschmid@mac.com for details and permission before registering.

Walt Hampton Hot Marimba - (may be repeated for a lifetime)
Offered at the following sites: WA

This workshop offered for the fourth time is taught by Walt Hampton from Seattle, famous for popularizing the vibrant new Zimbabwean-style marimba playing found in his publications Hot Marimba! and Marimba Mojo! (World Music Press). Participants will experience first-hand the benefits and excitement of Zimbabwean-style marimba music in their classroom. They will learn playing and teaching techniques from this master teacher as they play, and also gain background information on this fascinating music. Participants will also learn about arranging and composing pieces for performance, and the keys to creating a high-level performing group at their own school. Class limit: 30. Marimbas are provided for teh class with help from Bourne Marimbas.

Drumming in the Spirit - (may be repeated for a lifetime)
Offered at the following sites: WI

This is a new workshop for people who want to do World Music Drumming in a church, synagogue, or other spiritual setting. The course will be based on a new book/CD, Drumming in the Spirit (Hal Leonard) that is due out in the early summer of 2008. The workshop can be taken by individuals who have not attended any of the other workshops or by those who already have drumming experience. This workshop will be helpful to leaders working with church and synagogue choirs, youth groups, adult social groups, and community-buidling experiences.

Dr. Lynn Brinckmeyer, MENC President and widely known choral clinician, will teach two of the 90-minute periods each day. Lynn has attended two levels or World Music Drumming and is very familiar with our approach. She will work on singing (including reading through complimentary choral octavos), movement and drumming from a variety of publishers and sources. One period a day will be taught by Dr. Will Schmid, author of the WMDrumming publications and the WMDrumming Choral Series by Hal Leonard. The other period each day will feature drumming technique and teachingt strategies taught by some of our best Teaching Staff. Master Drummer Sowaw Mensah will also share some of his African Gospel compositions. Because Drumming in the Spirit is being taught concurrently with Levels 1, 2, and 3. there will be special offerings for All each evening taught by Sowah Mensah, Josh Ryan, Lynn Brinckmeyer, and Will Schmid.

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Site Directions and Schedules

San Antonio, TX – June 9-13

Location
Rawlinson Middle School, 14100 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78249. The school is just off I-10 within walking distance from the Best Western Fiesta Inn. housing and meals are the responsibility of each participant. A block of rooms @ $79.95 per night (includes continental breakfast) is being held at :Best Western Fiesta Inn, 13535 interstate Hwy 10 W, San Antonio, TX, 78249 (5 min. to workshop). Call 210-696-2400 for reservations before May 8; say "Music Workshops." Email willschmid@mac.com to hook up with a roommate (max 3 to a room). Carpooling to class will be arranged.

Flying to San Antonio (SAT) Airport
Taxi service (about 10 miles) from the SAT San Antonio Airport to the Sleep Inn is available at the airport. You do not need a car for the workshop.

Daily Workshop Schedule
The workshop begins Monday, June 9 at 9:00am and concludes Friday, June 13, at 1:00pm. The workshop runs from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day except Friday.

Naples, FL - June 16-20

Location
Gulf Coast High School, 7878 Shark Way, Naples, FL 34119. The School is just off I-75 and within 5 min. from the Hampton Inn Naples I-75. Housing and meals are the responsibility of each participant. A block of rooms @ $89 per night (includes continental breakfast) is being held at the Hampton Inn Naples I-75, 2630 northbrooke Plaza, Naples, FL 34119. Call 239-596-1299 for reservations before May 15; say "Music Workshops." Email willschmid@mac.com to hook up with a roommate (max 3 to a room). Carpooling to class will be arranged.

Daily Workshop Schedule
The workshop begins Monday, June 16 at 9:00am and concludes Friday, June 20, at 1:00pm. The workshop runs from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day except Friday.

Oconomowoc, WI – June 22-27

Location
Olympia Resort, 1350 Royale Rd. Oconomowoc, WI 53066. For more information and directions go to Olympia Resort's Web site. Olympia Resort in Oconomowoc, WI is 30 miles west of Milwaukee; 109 miles from Chicago. Since this workshop is a "resident" workshop. All participants must either stay at the resort with one of the hotel/meals options or choose the commuter/meals option (See Registration Form for details). Room reservations are handled exclusively by Music Workshops, Ltd. Do not call the resort; they will just refer you to us.

Flying/Shuttle from Milwaukee Airport (MKE)
Shuttle service from Milwaukee Airport to Olympia Resort is available by means of a special shuttle (TBA: We will post specifics at a later date) Two shuttles will leave Milwaukee Airport at 2:30p and 5:30p Sunday. The shuttle returns Friday at 1:45p and arrives back at MKE around 2:30 for your flight home. If you are flying into Chicago's O'Hare Airport, you will have to arrange your own transportation (109 miles) to Oconomowoc.

Daily Workshop Schedule
Sunday, 6/22: Check-in 3:00-9:00p , Dinner 6:00p, Opening Ceremony 7:30p; Monday 6/23 through Thursday, 6/26: Breakfast 7:00-8:15a; Period 1 8:30-10:00a; Period 2 10:15-11:45a; Lunch 11:45-1:00p; Break; Period 3 2:00-3:30p; Period 4 3:45-5:15p; Dinner 6:00p; Evening Activities for all (including Family / Friends): 7:00-9:30; Friday, 6/27: Breakfast 7:00-8:15a; Final Sharing Session for All 9:00-11:30; Lunch 12:00-1:15.

Evening Activities for All (including Family and Friends): The Music of Cuba, The Music of Ghana, World Music Drumming Choral Session, How to Lead a Drum Circle or Jam, Tips for Getting Grants, Xylophones from Ghana, Singalong/Playalongs, and Gahu dancing from Ghana.

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Seattle, WA - July 7-11

Location
In Bothell, WA at Skyview Junior High School, 21404 35th Ave SE, Bothell, WA 98021 (NW suburb of Seattle). Housing and meals are the responsibility of each participant. A block of rooms ($129 plus tax) is being held at Country Inn & Suites. (2.8 miles from school) Call 425-485-5557 for reservations before June 5; say “Music Workshops.”E-mail willschmid@mac.com to hook up with a roommate (max 3 to a room). Carpooling to class will be arranged.

Flying to Seattle/Tacoma (SEA) Airport
Shuttles or taxis to the hotel are available at the airport.

Daily Workshop Schedule
The workshops begin Monday, July 7, at 9:00a and conclude Friday, July 11, at 1:00p. The workshops run from 9:00a to 5:00p each day except Friday..

North Hollywood, CA - July 7-11

Location
Remo Recreational Music Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon, North Hollywood, CA 91605 (North of LA off I-5). Housing and Meals are the responsibility of each participant. Reasonable rates ($64 plus tax 1 bed; $74 plus tax 2 beds) ) are available at the Super 8 Motel - North Hollywood. 7541 Laurel Canyon Blvd (at Sherman Way) North Hollywood, CA 91605 (1.6 miles from Remo RMC) Call 818-765-9800 for reservations as soon as possible. E-mail willschmid@mac.com to hook up with a roommate (max 3 to a room). Carpooling to class will be arranged..

Flying to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
Super Shuttles or taxis to the hotel are available at the airport.

Daily Workshop Schedule
The workshop begins Monday, July 7 at 9:00a and concludes Friday, July 11, at 1:00p. the workshop runs from 9:00a to 5:00p each day except Friday.

Kansas City, KS - July 14-18

Location
Delaware Ridge Elementary School, 1601 N. 130th, Kansas City, KS 66111 (W of KC near The Legends). Housing and Meals are the responsibility of each participant. A block of rooms ($104.95 plus tax) is being held at Holiday Inn Village Express West. Call 913-328-1024 for reservations before June 30; say "Music Workshops.”E-mail willschmid@mac.com to hook up with a roommate (max 3 to a room). Carpooling to class will be arranged.

Flying to Kansas City Airport (KCI)
Shuttles or taxis to the hotel are available at the airport.

Daily Workshop Schedule
The workshop begins Monday, July 14 at 9:00am and concludes Friday, July 18, at 1:00pm. The workshop runs from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day except Friday.

Baltimore, MD - July 14-18

Location
In Fulton, MD (halfway between Baltimore and DC) at Lime Kiln Middle School, 11650 Scaggsville Rd, Fulton , MD 20759. Housing and Meals are the responsibility of each participant. A block of rooms ($85 plus tax) is being held at Holiday Inn Village Laurel West just off of I-95. Call301-776-5300 for reservations before June 10; say "Music Workshops.”E-mail willschmid@mac.com to hook up with a roommate (max 3 to a room). Carpooling to class will be arranged.

Flying to Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
Shuttles or taxis to the hotel are available at the airport.

Daily Workshop Schedule
The workshop begins Monday, July 14 at 9:00am and concludes Friday, July 18, at 1:00pm. The workshop runs from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day except Friday

Pittsburgh, PA - July 21-25

Location
Kelly Elementary School, 400 Kelly Ave, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221. Housing and meals are the responsibility of each participant. A block of rooms ($82.95 plus tax) is being held at Holiday Inn Pittsburgh-Parkway 915 Brinton Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Call 412-247-2700 for reservations before June 19; say "Music Workshops.”E-mail willschmid@mac.com to hook up with a roommate (max 3 to a room). Carpooling to class will be arranged.

Flying to Pittsburgh Airport (PIT)
Shuttles or taxis to the hotel are available at the airport.

Daily Workshop Schedule
The workshop begins Monday, July 21 at 9:00am and concludes Friday, July 25, at 1:00pm. The workshop runs from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day except Friday

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Credit Information and Course Requirements

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee

When you enroll for credit through Music Workshops, Ltd., you are automatically enrolled for 3 graduate semester hours through the UW–Milwaukee Department of Music. You do not need to go through any graduate application processes or register through the university. The $769 tuition covers all University fees except the $7 transcript fee (if needed). Once you have registered with Music Workshops, Ltd., you will be sent a UW-Milwaukee credit information form to fill out. Do not call the Graduate School or the Music Department — they will just send you back to MWLtd. If you have questions, e-mail willschmid@mac.com.

Course Numbers

Requirements for receiving a satisfactory grade (if registered for credit)

Additional questions relating to UW–Milwaukee course requirements should be sent to Dr. Will Schmid willschmid@mac.com.

For information about UW–Milwaukee’s Master of Music in Music Education degree program with a specialty in World Music Drumming, contact Dr. Scott Emmons semm@uwm.edu.

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