Classes & Events
Afro Frame Drumming All Levels 9 Week Series Begins!
Afro Frame Drumming Series
september-november 2026 | 9 Week Series | All levels
Learn the herstory and techniques of the ancient frame drum! We will begin each class drumming with beaters (mallets) while focusing on breathing and singing. For most of our time together we will be playing in upright (hand held) style. Simple movement will be incorporated to embody heartbeat while we explore foundational rhythms from around the world with particular attention to rhythms from the African continent. Frame drums are available to use in class as needed, but do bring your own if you’d prefer! “All Levels” is for beginners to more advanced players!
You will receive nine 75-minute in-person classes, plus:
A “welcome” instructional video and a final recap video of all material covered
A culminating Community Celebration + Jam
Discounted 1:1 lessons
VIP access to community events and masterclasses with visiting artists!
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: 9 Sundays from September 13 to November 22 at 4:15-5:30 pm
No class October 4 | Final Celebration + Jam details will be announced at our first class!
WHERE: Village of Victory Hall, 23 Pine Street, Victory Mills NY 12884
WHO: All levels (beginner to experienced) | Ages 13+ | 24 students max
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST + REGISTER: $295 for the entire series. If registering for multiple EBM programs at once (such as Strum in Joy, Women Sing, etc), please inquire about a discount.
Click on the link below to register! Or email Chelsie and then pay with cash, check made payable to “Earth Beat Music” or Venmo to @chelsie-earthbeatmusic.
Frame Drumming for Absolute Beginners @ Easton Library Class 2
Frame Drumming for Absolute Beginners @ Easton Library
2 Week INTRODUCTORY series
Discover the history and basic techniques and rhythms of the ancient hand-held frame drum. Frame drums will be provided for all participants, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one.
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Mondays March 30 + April 6 at 1:30-2:30 pm
WHERE: Easton Library, 1074 New York 40, Greenwich NY, 12834
WHO: For beginners. Limited to 18 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST + REGISTER: FREE! You must call the Easton Library to register: 518-692-2253
Frame Drumming for Absolute Beginners @ Easton Library Class 1
Frame Drumming for Absolute Beginners @ Easton Library
2 Week INTRODUCTORY series
Discover the history and basic techniques and rhythms of the ancient hand-held frame drum. Frame drums will be provided for all participants, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one.
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Mondays March 30 + April 6 at 1:30-2:30 pm
WHERE: Easton Library, 1074 New York 40, Greenwich NY, 12834
WHO: For beginners. Limited to 18 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST + REGISTER: FREE! You must call the Easton Library to register: 518-692-2253
FULL! Frame Drumming for Absolute Beginners @ Saratoga Springs Public Library 4 Week Series Begins!
Frame Drumming for Absolute Beginners @ SSPL
Begins January 6 | 4 Week Series | Beginners
Discover the history and basic techniques and rhythms of the ancient hand-held frame drum. Frame drums will be provided for all participants, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one.
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Tuesdays, January 6, 13, 27 and February 3 | 4:00-4:45 pm
WHERE: Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St, Saratoga Springs NY
WHO: For beginners. Limited to 18 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: FREE
Intro to Frame Drumming (Class 2 of 2)
Intro to Frame Drumming
December 9 + 16 | 2 Week Series | Beginners
Discover the history and basic techniques and rhythms of the ancient hand-held frame drum. Frame drums will be provided for all participants, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one.
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Tuesdays, December 9 + 16 | 4:00-5:15 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music
WHO: For beginners. Limited to 14 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: $55 for both classes | Frame drums can be provided as needed!
Intro to Frame Drumming (Class 1 of 2)
Intro to Frame Drumming
December 9 + 16 | 2 Week Series | Beginners
Discover the history and basic techniques and rhythms of the ancient hand-held frame drum. Frame drums will be provided for all participants, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one.
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Tuesdays, December 9 + 16 | 4:00-5:15 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music
WHO: For beginners. Limited to 14 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: $55 for both classes | Frame drums can be provided as needed!