An authentic and interactive Garifuna drumming lesson for all ages. Join a whirlwind introduction to the fascinating and unique culture and music of the Garifuna people of southern Belize. Fun for all ages, abilities, backgrounds, even if you've never touched a drum in your life. Everyone loves learning to play the Garifuna drums. Your instructor will give you a brief history of the unique UNESCO recognized Garifuna people, music and culture. He will then launch straight into your drumming lesson, teaching you a selection of beats on your own large "segunda" bass drum before joining in on his own drum with dynamic and fast rhythms and songs.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
On-site parking
Bathroom facilities
All activities
Gratuities
DVD (available to purchase)
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Points
Departure
Warasa Garifuna Drum School
Return
Family Fun Indigenous Garifuna Drumming Lesson
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An authentic and interactive Garifuna drumming lesson for all ages. Join a whirlwind introduction to the fascinating and unique culture and music of the Garifuna people of southern Belize. Fun for all ages, abilities, backgrounds, even if you've never touched a drum in your life. Everyone loves learning to play the Garifuna drums. Your instructor will give you a brief history of the unique UNESCO recognized Garifuna people, music and culture. He will then launch straight into your drumming lesson, teaching you a selection of beats on your own large "segunda" bass drum before joining in on his own drum with dynamic and fast rhythms and songs.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
On-site parking
Bathroom facilities
All activities
Gratuities
DVD (available to purchase)
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Points
Departure
Warasa Garifuna Drum School
Return
Itinerary
Experience the vibrant Garifuna culture with an interactive, family-friendly 1-hour drumming lesson in scenic Punta Gorda. Take a seat in a thatch palapa, and learn to draw Caribbean rhythms from a traditional 'segunda' base drum. Learn about the Garifuna people’s history as you make music with a series of five different rhythms that echo their unique African and Amerindian heritage .
