Classes & Events
Drum in Joy Practice Jam #2
Drum in Joy Practice Jam #2
For current fall Drum in joy students
A complimentary 45 minute practice jam that is tailored to DiJ students' wishes.
Event Details
WHEN: Thursday, November 5 | 1:00-1:45 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music, 90 Broad Street, Schuylerville NY, 12871
WHO: For Current Drum in Joy students.
COST + REGISTER: Free with DiJ registration. No RSVP required.
Drum in Joy + Strum in Joy Fall Celebration
Drum in Joy + Strum in Joy Fall Celebration
For current fall Drum in joy and strum in joy students
Family and friends of current DiJ and SiJ participants are welcomed to join to listen and will be invited to drum and/or sing all together in the spirit of community at the very end.
Donations will be accepted for Guinean Master Drummer and Dancer Seny Daffe to support the resettlement process for his family.
Event Details
WHEN: Sunday, November 16 | 4:30-6:30 pm
WHERE: Village of Victory Hall, 23 Pine Street, Schuylerville NY 12871
WHO: For Current Drum in Joy and Strum in Joy students and their guests.
COST + REGISTER: Free with DiJ and SiJ registration. No RSVP required.
Drum in Joy Practice Jam #1
Drum in Joy Practice Jam #1
For current fall Drum in joy students
A complimentary 45 minute practice jam that is tailored to DiJ students' wishes.
Event Details
WHEN: Monday, October 6 | 6:00-6:45 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music, 90 Broad Street, Schuylerville NY, 12871
WHO: For Current Drum in Joy students.
COST + REGISTER: Free with DiJ registration. No RSVP required.
FULL! Drum in Joy! Fall 2025 8 Week All Levels (Tuesday Option) Series Begins!
Drum in Joy! Fall 2025
FALL 2025 | 8 Week Series | All levels (Tuesday option)
Join us for Drum in Joy!, an 8-week West African drumming course designed to build confidence, foster community, and promote well-being through the power of music. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to drum or create music with a group, this is your chance to dive in and experience the joy of playing together. The All Levels” Option is for beginners to more advanced players!
Eight 75-minute classes
Two 45-minute “practice jams”
Weekly recap videos
A Community Celebration + Jam
Discounted 1:1 lessons
VIP access to community events and visiting Master Drummers!
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Tuesdays September 9 to November 11 at 4:00-5:15 pm. No classes on September 16 or October 14.
WHERE: EarthBeat Music, 90 Broad Street, Schuylerville, NY
WHO: For all levels (beginner to experienced), ages 13+. Limited to 15 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: $360, or $125 monthly payment option. $495 for two people from the same household. Never hesitate to inquire about sliding scale/scholarship opportunities.
FULL! Drum in Joy! Fall 2025 8 Week All Levels (Sunday Option) Series Begins!
Drum in Joy! Fall 2025
FALL 2025 | 8 Week Series | All levels (Sunday Option)
Join us for Drum in Joy!, an 8-week West African drumming course designed to build confidence, foster community, and promote well-being through the power of music. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to drum or create music with a group, this is your chance to dive in and experience the joy of playing together. The “All Levels” Option is for beginners to more advanced players!
Eight 75-minute classes
Two 45-minute “practice jams”
Weekly recap videos
A Community Celebration + Jam
Discounted 1:1 lessons
VIP access to community events and visiting Master Drummers!
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Sundays September 7 to November 9 at 5:45-7:00 pm. No classes on September 21 or October 19.
WHERE: EarthBeat Music, 90 Broad Street, Schuylerville, NY
WHO: For all levels (beginner to experienced), ages 13+. Limited to 15 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: $360, or $125 monthly payment option. $495 for two people from the same household. Never hesitate to inquire about sliding scale/scholarship opportunities.
FULL! Drum in Joy! Fall 2025 8 Week Performance Track Series Begins!
Drum in Joy! Fall 2025
FALL 2025 | 8 Week Series | Performance Track Option
Join us for Drum in Joy!, an 8-week West African drumming course designed to build confidence, foster community, and promote well-being through the power of music. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to drum or create music with a group, this is your chance to dive in and experience the joy of playing together. The “Performance Track” Option is designed for those who show dedication to the technique, music, culture and history of West African traditional music, and are ready to continue building upon their strong foundation of rhythms and skills. There will be a short audition to join.
Your participation includes:
Eight 75-minute classes
Two 45-minute “practice jams”
Weekly recap videos
A Community Celebration + Jam
Discounted 1:1 lesson
VIP access to community events and visiting Master Drummers!
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Sundays September 7 to November 9 at 4:00-5:15 pm. No classes on September 21 or October 19.
WHERE: EarthBeat Music, 90 Broad Street, Schuylerville, NY
WHO: For experienced drummers, ages 13+. Limited to 12 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: $360, or $125 monthly payment option. $495 for two people from the same household. Never hesitate to inquire about sliding scale/scholarship opportunities.
Drum in Joy Practice Jam
Drum in Joy Practice Jam
For current summer drum in joy students
A complimentary 45 minute practice jam that is tailored to DiJ students' wishes.
Event Details
WHEN: July 21 | 1:00-1:45 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music
WHO: For Current Drum in Joy students.
COST + REGISTER: Free with DiJ registration. No RSVP required.
Drum in Joy Practice Jam
Drum in Joy Practice Jam
For current summer drum in joy students
A complimentary 45 minute practice jam that is tailored to DiJ students' wishes.
Event Details
WHEN: July 21 | 1:00-1:45 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music
WHO: For Current Drum in Joy students.
COST + REGISTER: Free with DiJ registration. No RSVP required.
DRUM IN JOY! All Levels Summer 8 Week Series Begins!
Drum in Joy!
Summer 2025 | 8 Week Series | All Levels Option
Join us for Drum in Joy!, an 8-week West African drumming course designed to build confidence, foster community, and promote well-being through the power of music. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to drum or create music with a group, this is your chance to dive in and experience the joy of playing together.
Your participation includes:
Eight 75-minute classes
Two 45-minute “practice jams”
Weekly recap videos
A Community Celebration + Jam
Discounted 1:1 lesson
VIP access to community events and visiting Master Drummers!
This series is for all levels (beginner to advanced), ages 13+. Limited to 15 students.
Event Details
WHEN: 8 week series | June 3 — July 22 | Tuesdays at 6:15-7:30 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music | 90 Broad St, Schuylerville, NY
FACILITATOR: Chelsie Henderson
REGISTER: Email Chelsie to register!
DRUM IN JOY! Summer 8 Week Series Performance Track Begins!
Drum in Joy!
Summer 2025 | 8 Week Series | Performance Track Option
Join us for Drum in Joy!, an 8-week West African drumming course designed to build confidence, foster community, and promote well-being through the power of music. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to drum or create music with a group, this is your chance to dive in and experience the joy of playing together.
Your participation includes:
Eight 75-minute classes
Two 45-minute “practice jams”
Weekly recap videos
A Community Celebration + Jam
Discounted 1:1 lesson
VIP access to community events and visiting Master Drummers!
This series is for designed for those who show dedication to the technique, music, culture and history, and are ready to continue building upon their strong foundation of rhythms and skills.
*There will be a short audition to join.
This series is for experienced drummers, ages 13+. Limited to 10 students.
Event Details
WHEN: 8 week series | June 1 — July 20 | Sundays at 5:00-6:15 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music | 90 Broad St, Schuylerville, NY
FACILITATOR: Chelsie Henderson
REGISTER: Email Chelsie to register!