Classes & Events
Saratoga Peace Week Autumn Equinox Frame Drumming Workshop and Community Drum + Song Circle Celebration
Autumn Equinox Frame Drumming Workshop and Community Drum + Song Circle Celebration for Saratoga Peace Week
Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Event Details
WHEN: Monday, September 22 | 6:00-7:30 pm
6:00-6:30 pm Intro to Frame Drumming @ Pavilion
6:45-7:30 pm Drum + Song Circle @ Labyrinth (or under Pavilion if there is rain)
WHERE: Hudson Crossing Park Pavilion and Labyrinth
FACILITATOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: FREE | Donations accepted for Saratoga Immigration Coalition
REGISTER: No need to register ahead!
ADDITIONAL INFO: Rain or shine. Please bring a chair and the drum of your choice.
This program is part of a series of community offerings for Saratoga Peace Week.
WomenSing for Peace September Sing
WomenSing for Peace September Sing
Singing is a way to connect with our hearts, and the hearts of others. It is a satisfying form of emotional release, and a magnificent tool for empowerment. It consists of breathing and vibrations… The voice itself is an absolutely incredible force!
Women are invited to join together to sing for peace deep within themselves so that we may weave that peace into our communities and send it throughout the world.
No prior singing experience needed—beginners are warmly welcomed
Focus on healthy vocal technique, including breathwork and warm-ups
Songs from a variety of cultures, sung in multiple languages
Insight into the history and meaning of each song
Emphasis on honoring the origins and meaning of the music
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Monday, September 29 | 6:00 - 7:15 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music | 90 Broad Street, Schuylerville, NY
WHO: For all experiences, ages 13+. Limited to 16 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: $25 | 20% of every registration will be donated to community social and environmental justice organizations.
West African Drumming + Dundun Dance Workshops with M’Bemba Bangoura at Malta Cultural Arts Festival
West African Drumming + Dundun Dance Workshops with M’Bemba Bangoura at Malta Cultural Arts Festival
Event Details
WHEN: Saturday, October 4 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Drumming Workshop 1 @ 11:00-11:45 am
Drumming Workshop 2 @ 1:00-1:45 pm
Dundun Dance Workshop @ 3:00-4:00 pm (space is limited!)
WHERE: Malta Community Center | 1 Bayberry Drive, Ballston Spa NY, 12020
FACILITATOR: Master Drummer M’Bemba Bangoura
COST: FREE
REGISTER: No need to register for the earlier drumming workshops, but do email Chelsie to reserve a spot in the dundun dance workshop as space is limited!
EarthBeat Music Drum + Song Circle for Wellspring
EarthBeat Music Drum + Song Circle for Wellspring
All donations at this Drum Circle will benefit Wellspring’s ONE Campaign during Relationship Abuse Awareness Month
Event Details
WHEN: Thursday, October 9 | 6:00-7:00 pm
WHERE: Saratoga Apple, 1174 NY 29, Schuylerville NY, 12871
FACILITATOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: Donations accepted for Wellspring
REGISTER: No need to register ahead!
ADDITIONAL INFO: Rain or shine. Please bring a chair and the drum of your choice.
WomenSing for Peace October Sing
WomenSing for Peace October Sing
Singing is a way to connect with our hearts, and the hearts of others. It is a satisfying form of emotional release, and a magnificent tool for empowerment. It consists of breathing and vibrations… The voice itself is an absolutely incredible force!
Women are invited to join together to sing for peace deep within themselves so that we may weave that peace into our communities and send it throughout the world.
No prior singing experience needed—beginners are warmly welcomed
Focus on healthy vocal technique, including breathwork and warm-ups
Songs from a variety of cultures, sung in multiple languages
Insight into the history and meaning of each song
Emphasis on honoring the origins and meaning of the music
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Monday, October 27 | 6:00 - 7:15 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music | 90 Broad Street, Schuylerville, NY
WHO: For all experiences, ages 13+. Limited to 16 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: $25 | 20% of every registration will be donated to community social and environmental justice organizations.
WomenSing for Peace November Sing
WomenSing for Peace November Sing
Singing is a way to connect with our hearts, and the hearts of others. It is a satisfying form of emotional release, and a magnificent tool for empowerment. It consists of breathing and vibrations… The voice itself is an absolutely incredible force!
Women are invited to join together to sing for peace deep within themselves so that we may weave that peace into our communities and send it throughout the world.
No prior singing experience needed—beginners are warmly welcomed
Focus on healthy vocal technique, including breathwork and warm-ups
Songs from a variety of cultures, sung in multiple languages
Insight into the history and meaning of each song
Emphasis on honoring the origins and meaning of the music
CLASS SPECIFICS
WHEN: Monday, November 24 | 6:00 - 7:15 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music | 90 Broad Street, Schuylerville, NY
WHO: For all experiences, ages 13+. Limited to 16 students.
INSTRUCTOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST: $25 | 20% of every registration will be donated to community social and environmental justice organizations.
EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
EarthBeat Community Intergenerational Drum + Song Circle
Thursdays during Summer months | donation baseD*
*Donations will be accepted for Master Drummer Namory Keita and his family
On Thursday evenings throughout the Summer we will bask in the beats and sing with joyful voices at the magical Fish Creek Marina Pavilion. For this special end-of-Summer Circle we will have a BOUNCY HOUSE for all to enjoy, sponsored by our friends at the Kayak Shak. This Circle will be specially designed for children and families, but all ages are welcomed! Bring a chair, a drum or other percussion, a song to share and/or dance along!
Our circles are rain or shine as we are under cover. Some drums and percussion will be on hand to share.
Event Details
WHEN: August 28 | Bouncy House opens at 5:30 pm! Drum Circle begins at 6:30 pm.
WHERE: Fish Creek Marina Pavilion (behind Harvest and Hearth)
FACILITATOR: Chelsie Henderson
COST + REGISTER: Donations accepted for Namory Keita. No registration necessary.
EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
Thursdays during Summer months | donation baseD*
*Donations accepted for local social justice + environmental organizations
On Thursday evenings throughout the Summer we will bask in the beats and sing with joyful voices at the magical Fish Creek Marina Pavilion. Bring a chair, a drum or other percussion, a song to share and/or dance along! These circles are rain or shine as we are under cover.
Event Details
WHEN: August 7 | 6:30-7:30 pm
WHERE: Fish Creek Marina Pavilion (behind Harvest and Hearth)
FACILITATOR: Tamara Woolsey with Adam Witt
COST + REGISTER: Donations accepted for various community organizations. No registration necessary.
{CANCELLED} EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
{CANCELLED} EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
Thursdays during Summer months | donation baseD*
*Donations accepted for local social justice + environmental organizations
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. On Thursday evenings throughout the Summer we will bask in the beats and sing with joyful voices at the magical Fish Creek Marina Pavilion. Bring a chair, a drum or other percussion, a song to share and/or dance along! These circles are rain or shine as we are under cover.
Event Details
WHEN: July 31 | 6:30-7:30 pm
WHERE: Fish Creek Marina Pavilion (behind Harvest and Hearth)
FACILITATOR: Chelsie Henderson with Drum in Joy + Strum in Joy students
COST + REGISTER: Donations accepted for various community organizations. No registration necessary.
EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
Thursdays during Summer months | donation baseD*
*Donations accepted for local social justice + environmental organizations
On Thursday evenings throughout the Summer we will bask in the beats and sing with joyful voices at the magical Fish Creek Marina Pavilion. Bring a chair, a drum or other percussion, a song to share and/or dance along! These circles are rain or shine as we are under cover.
Event Details
WHEN: July 24 | 6:30-7:30 pm
WHERE: Fish Creek Marina Pavilion (behind Harvest and Hearth)
FACILITATOR: Wayne White
COST + REGISTER: Donations accepted for various community organizations. No registration necessary.
EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
Thursdays during Summer months | donation baseD*
*Donations accepted for local social justice + environmental organizations
On Thursday evenings throughout the Summer we will bask in the beats and sing with joyful voices at the magical Fish Creek Marina Pavilion. Bring a chair, a drum or other percussion, a song to share and/or dance along! These circles are rain or shine as we are under cover.
Event Details
WHEN: July 17 | 6:30-7:30 pm
WHERE: Fish Creek Marina Pavilion (behind Harvest and Hearth)
FACILITATOR: Paul Postiglione
COST + REGISTER: Donations accepted for various community organizations. No registration necessary.
EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
EarthBeat Community Drum + Song Circle
Thursdays during Summer months | donation baseD*
*Donations accepted for local social justice + environmental organizations
On Thursday evenings throughout the Summer we will bask in the beats and sing with joyful voices at the magical Fish Creek Marina Pavilion. Bring a chair, a drum or other percussion, a song to share and/or dance along! These circles are rain or shine as we are under cover.
Event Details
WHEN: July 10 | 6:30-7:30 pm
WHERE: Fish Creek Marina Pavilion (behind Harvest and Hearth)
FACILITATOR: Kathleen McGowan and Drum in Joy Rhythm Sisters
COST + REGISTER: Donations accepted for various community organizations. No registration necessary.
All Levels Dunduns Intensive with Bolokada Conde
All Levels Dunduns Intensive
with Master Drummer, Bolokada Conde
You will need a dundun and sticks for this workshop. Email Chelsie if you need to rent ($10 fee).
This is a beginner-friendly workshop open to teens & adults. Limited to 16 students.
Event Details
WHEN: Thursday, May 15 | 4:00-5:15 pm
WHERE: Village of Victory Hall
FACILITATOR: Master Drummer, Bolokada Conde
COST: $30
REGISTER: Email Chelsie to register!
West African Drumming Workshop with Bolokada Conde
West African Drumming Workshop
with Master Drummer, Bolokada Conde
You will need a djembe for this workshop. Email Chelsie if you need to rent one ($10 fee).
This is a beginner-friendly workshop open to teens & adults. Limited to 16 students.
Event Details
WHEN: Wednesday, May 14 | 4:00-5:15 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music | 90 Broad St, Schuylerville, NY
FACILITATOR: Master Drummer, Bolokada Conde
COST: $30
REGISTER: Email Chelsie to register!
Bolokada Conde Mini-Retreat
Bolokada Mini-Retreat!
with Master Drummer, Bolokada Conde
Learn djembe AND traditional dunduns parts for two Malinke rhythms, including arrangements, solos and echauffements, plus songs and the rich history and cultural context of all.
Students must commit to all three workshops.
For experienced djembe/dunduns players. Limited to 14 students.
Event Details
WHEN: Tuesday, May 13 — Thursday, May 15 | 6:00-8:00 pm all 3 evenings
WHERE: T & W — EarthBeat Music | TH — Village of Victory Hall
FACILITATOR: Master Drummer, Bolokada Conde
COST: $125
REGISTER: Email Chelsie to register!
West African Drumming Workshop with Bolokada Conde
West African Drumming Workshop
with Master Drummer, Bolokada Conde
You will need a djembe for this workshop. Email Chelsie if you need to rent one ($10 fee).
This is a beginner-friendly workshop open to teens & adults. Limited to 16 students.
Event Details
WHEN: Tuesday, May 13 | 4:00-5:15 pm
WHERE: EarthBeat Music | 90 Broad St, Schuylerville, NY
FACILITATOR: Master Drummer, Bolokada Conde
COST: $30
REGISTER: Email Chelsie to register!