On this course you will gain a solid foundation in drum kit performance. The course explores five main topics - musicianship, hand-to-hand technique, snare drum reading, drum set coordination, and stylistic development. This will help develop two, three, and four-way coordination, in the context of Rock, Pop, Cuban, Brazilian, Jazz, Funk, Country & Dance music styles. You will also be encouraged to foster an awareness of ensemble playing, musicality, and interpretation.

When you want to expand your guitar playing beyond the beginner stage, this course is for you. You will learn songs that are a little more complex in their chord sequences. You will also learn barre chords, country flatpicking, blues licks and have an introduction to jazz chords including, learning to play a jazz standard. We will also explore the fascinating world of how chords fit together to reach an understanding of the basis of all music theory.

This course will help you to develop foundational knowledge of Brazilian and Cuban percussion instruments and their cultural significance. You will obtain basic proficiency in playing key rhythms and patterns on the instruments. By performing as a group, you will achieve an understanding of ensemble playing and how to communicate effectively within a percussion ensemble & cultivate an appreciation for the diverse rhythms and musical styles of Brazil and Cuba.

Reggae brings together many musical influences combining Jamaican and American genres to create a hybrid style that has a strong rhythmic foundation. WMC’s reggae band will focus on performing music from a wide variety of established artists helping you to develop a greater understanding of how rhythm, melody and harmony work together to form this unique style of music. All musicians and singers are welcome in particular, drums, percussion, bass, brass, guitar, keys and vocals.