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Why is it called "Fat" Tuesday?
Total Rhythm Events
9/10/07
Hello Friends:

i am so happy to let you know about ALL KINDS of rhythm events coming up in the next few months.  You want rhythm and yoga?  You want BBQ?  You want Samba in LA?  You got it, and much more!

Per your requests, I've added two feautures to this newsletter: a "RHYTHM KIDS" section for all the fellow parents who want to enjoy music, rhythm, and culture with their kids, and an "INSPIRED ARTIST"  section to help guide you in purchasing your next World Music CD.  I hope you like them.

Remember:  Small Group Adult Drumming Classes start in less than two weeks!  Click here for details:  Adult Drumming Classes
See $20 off Coupon below!  Give me a call if you need help picking the right class: 510-482-8005.
In This Issue
Samba Workshop in LA Sunday, Sept. 16
End of Summer BBQ in Oakland on Sunday Sept. 23
Rhythm and YOGA 3 Hour Workshop Sunday Oct. 14
Why is it called "Fat" Tuesday
Samba in LA - Sunday Sept. 16
caxixi


Finally, something for the So Cal crew:

AN AFTERNOON OF SAMBA

Sunday, Sept. 16
2:00-5:00pm
9211 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove
Only $20
Call my friend and organizer STAN to sign up:  714-590-1550

We'll be covering Brazilian Rhythms for congas, pandeiro, rebolo and caxixi (pictured).  All levels.  All instruments provided.
END OF SUMMER BBQ, Y'ALL!
caxixi


This is a great chance for us to get together, have some fun, play drums, volleyball, frisbee... and enjoy nature!!!

End of Summer BBQ
SUNDAY, Sept. 23
1-6pm
The Redwood Bowl
Roberts Regional Park
Oakland


EVERYONE IS INVITED!!!  This is a potluck - bring something to share.  Please bring your kids, your significant other, your friends, your neighbors....I'd like to meet them.  Note:  Hula-hoops, water balloons and limbo will be happening*!*

Directions to "Anna Costa" Picnic Area at the "Redwood Bowl" in Roberts Regional Park in the Oakland hills.

From downtown Oakland:

Take 580 East
Exit 35th Ave.
Go left onto 35th Ave. towards the hills
(You'll pass by Jordan Rd. where I live, and cross over Rt. 13)
At the very, very top of the hill, go left on Skyline Blvd.
At the first light, turn Rt. onto Skyline (yes, it's still called Skyline Blvd.)
Pass the sign for "Roberts Park" on your right.
Park at the lot on the right immediately past the sign
"Sequoia Arena" which will be on your left.
Park deep in the lot.
(If you go to the Chabot Space and Science lot you've gone about 25 yards too far.)
Follow  the "Redwood Bowl" and "West Ridge Trail" signs up the paved path, stay on path as it turns left.
At the "Redwood Bowl" sign, take the path down the small, gentle slope to the clearing.
Turn Right and walk about 50 yards to the "Anna Costa" picnic area.
You're there!

For more info. and a map:
Roberts Park Link and Map

Give me a call anytime if you have q's. 510-482-8005

 SEE YOU AT THE Q!  BRING YOUR DRUMS!
Rhythm/Yoga Workshop

I feel a deep connection between RHYTHM and YOGA.  Breath, meditation, mind-body connection, balance and harmony are a big part of both.  I met an outstanding yoga instructor who feels the same way.  Her name is Michelle Cordero and we are offering a breakthrough workshop which COMBINES rhythm, drumming and yoga.  Beginning yogis welcome, first time drummers welcome.  Be ready to stretch, sweat and smile.

"Feel the Flow: Yoga Rhythm Jam"
With Michelle Cordero and Robert Wallace
October 14, 10AM - 1PM
Linden St. Dance Studio
130 Linden St. West Oakland, CA
Price: $45
Bring a yoga mat, towel and water.
Drums provided.

We will begin with a deep flow yoga class with Michelle Cordero. I'll accompany the class on percussion, laying down the groove so you can leave your cares behind and immerse yourself in the rhythm of your breath and the music. Next enjoy a half hour drum jam where you'll learn some basic African and Brazilian rhythms to get you pumped for the final one-hour Total Rhythm Fitness Class. 

 
caxixi

Everyone is welcome, including kids who are into yoga and drumming!

Bring a yoga mat, towel and water.




Click here to learn more about
Michelle Cordero

 


To register: e-mail Robert@TotalRhythm.com, or call 510-482-8005.


Thank you for allowing me to share what i know and love with you.  I hope to see you soon.

"We have no enemies and no friends, only teachers."
 
One Love,
 

Robert Wallace
Total Rhythm
Why is it called "Fat" Tuesday?
caxixi
In French, "Mardi Gras" literally means "Fat Tuesday," so named because it falls on the day before Ash Wednesday, the last day prior to Lent...a 40-day season of prayer and fasting observed by the Roman Catholic Church (and many other Christian denominations) which ends on Easter Sunday.

The origin of the "Fat" part is believed to have come from the ancient Pagan custom of parading a fat ox through the town streets. These Pagan holidays were filled with excessive eating, drinking and general bawdiness prior to a period of fasting.

The word "Carvinal" comes from the Latin "carne vale", meaning "farewell to the flesh," a time when one is expected to forego earthly pleasures prior to the restrictions of the Lenten Season.  It is thought to be derived from the feasts of the Middle Ages known as "carnis levamen" or "solace of the flesh."
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RHYTHM KIDS!
caxixi

In this brand-new section I will highlight some interesting events/ideas for kids and families who are into music, rhythm and culture.




Family Dance Jam!

My friend Christina spins a nice mix of funk, soul and world music for the whole family boogie:            

"A before-bedtime freestyle dance jam  for kids of all ages and the people who love them."

Fridays, September 14 and 28, 8th Street Studio                      
                                                

6 - 7:45 p.m.
2525 8th Street (at Dwight), Berkeley 
Adults $5     
First two k
ids per family are free!

Note early start and ending time!


Inspired Artist:

Salif Keita from Mali

His new album "M'Bemba" is absolutely phenomenal.  I have listened to this album more than any other since I bought it in May.  It is scintillating, mesmerizing, glorious African music at it's finest. 

Don't think about it, buy it. Available at Rasputin Music Online
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This coupon entitles you to $20 off the regular price of any Total Rhythm School of World Percussion Fall 2007 Drumming Course.  Coupon must be presented at time of enrollment.  Not valid with any other discounts.
Offer Expires: September 25, 2007