• Learn to play traditional West African rhythms on the djembe (a goblet-shaped hand drum).
• This introductory series is aimed at complete beginners. It will teach you how to play the three basic sounds, develop a sense of rhythm, and play authentic West African rhythms in a group setting. Later in the series, dunduns (bass drums played with a stick) may be introduced to complete the musical ensemble.
• Two sessions in Spring//summer 2025 (registration opens April 23)
• 8 July - 26 Aug (eight lessons; $109)
• Location: Penticton Community Centre
• Time: Tuesday evenings: 5:45 - 6:45 pm.
• Loaner djembes are available for the first 8 registrants. Participants are welcome to bring their own djembe* as well (please let staff know when you register so that the loaner drum can be assigned to someone else).
  *djembes only please; other types of hand drums are not suitable
• Instructor: Drew Makepeace.
• For more info contact Penticton Rec Centre at 250-490-2426, or visit the Penticton Recreation web site.

Sayon Camara and Namory Keita will be giving a West African Drumming workshop in Vancouver, BC!

• Dates: 26-28 September, 2025
• Location: 1422 William St, Vancouver, BC
• Sayon and Namory are West African master drummers who will be sharing their music and culture
• Lessons will cover both djembe and dundun parts for West African Rhythms
• For more information or to enrol, visit www.drumming.ca

Yamabiko Taiko Summer Performances in Penticton & Kelowna, BC,

• Penticton Peachfest: Wednesday, Aug 6, 2025 at 12 noon
• Parks Alive, downtown Kelowna, BC: Saturday, Aug 16, 2025, time TBA
• These events are free

Nankama Drum and Dance is accepting new members for the 2025 performing season. No experience required - Instructor: Bobby Bovenzi

• Thursday evenings
• Time: contact Bobby Bovenzi for details
• Loaner drums are available for the drumless.
• Location: Concordia Lutheran Church gymnasium, 2800 South Main St, Penticton
• No pressure to perform, you can just take the classes if preferred. There will be opportunities to learn African dance moves as well!!
• To register contact: .

• Feel The Rhythm Community Drum Circle is now in its tenth year at the Rotary Centre for the Arts in Kelowna. We welcome everyone who wants to participate in recreational drumming regardless of experience. Our intent is to be inclusive and we welcome anyone who wants to experience the energy of group drumming.
• First, third and fifth Wednesday of the month, 7-9 pm, at the Rotary Centre for the Arts in Kelowna
• Drop-in fee: $10. Some drums are provided.
• Jim Copeman, drum circle facilitator for Feel The Rhythm Drum Circles and world fusion percussionist, hosts this event.
• Contact the RCA for more info or email Jim at