Hello Friends:
The Indian Summer is here! I love this time of year, when you can feel the season turning yet still enjoy these last days of sunshine and warmth. Get outside and soak it up!!!
My Fall, 2007, School of World Percussion classes started last week and I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful group of new (and returning) students. The 10 Rhythms and Percussion Ensemble Classes are full but I still have room in the Level 1: Yes, I Have Rhythm class. It's not too late to join! Here is the info: Adult Drumming Classes
If you can't take a class but want to learn rhythms, get the 10 Rhythms DVD.
In addition, I have THREE exciting Rhythm Events happening this month: Yoga/Rhythm Flow, Pandreiro Party and Caxixi Workshop, so please join me as we CONNECT WITH THE BEAT!
Give me a call anytime with q's or comments: 510-482-800, Robert@TotalRhythm.com.
In the Beautiful Rhythm of Life,
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Percussive Pandeiro Party!
"The Largest Gathering of Pandeiro Players Outside of Brazil"
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This is a free party to celebrate the release of my 2-Volume Pandeiro Instructional DVD. I am so pleased to offer this to the community: It's the first and only full-length instructional Pandeiro DVD in English, with comprehensive instruction on how to hold the pandeiro, stretching, creating proper notes, musical fundamentals and LOTS OF RHYTHMS broken down and played VERY SLOWLY so you can really learn them: Samba, Baiao, Partido Alto, Capoeira, 3/2 Clave, Funk, more!
When I learned pandeiro many years ago, it was a real struggle! I had no instructional guides and no teachers! I learned in Brazil and it was very tough to catch the rhythms because they were played so fast.
I created this DVD set so you would have an easier time learning and enjoying this great instrument!
Click here to see the 3-minute video trailer:
Pandeiro DVD Trailer
Saturday, Oct. 27
8pm-Midnight
Free Pandeiro Class at 9pm SHARP
Taxi Brousse West African Restaurant
1101 San Pablo Ave
2 blocks North of Ashkenaz on San Pablo
Berkeley, CA
(510)558-0939
FREE! FREE! FREE! FREE!
Bring your pandeiros. WE WILL BE PLAYING!! Free pandeiro class at 9pm SHARP. Also, I will be teaching a "Pandeiro Suite" arrangement. Don't have a pandeiro? No problem: I will have 10 very nice light weight, handmade pandeiros from Rio for sale. Also, DVDs will be available at a discounted price. Bring your friends. All welcome. Free!
PANDEIRO POSSE UNITE!
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Rhythm/Yoga Workshop
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Rhythm and Yoga combined! I'm collaborating with outstanding, Oakland-based yoga teacher and friend Michelle Cordero for a deep rhythm/yoga experience:
"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 (See $5 off coupon below)Bring a yoga mat, towel and water.
Drums provided.
We will begin with a deep flow yoga class with
Michelle Cordero (1.5 hrs.). 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.
Everyone is welcome, including first-time drummers and first-time yogis!
Bring a yoga mat, towel and water. (Yoga mats avail. if needed.)
To register: e-mail Robert@TotalRhythm.com, or call 510-482-8005.
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Inspired Artist:
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In a word, this album is a party. It just rocks, from start to finish: cumbias, ska, salsa, afro-cuban rumba, calypso...mixed into a totally danceable, up-tempo, "life is good" style.
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Tell me how you like it. Enjoy! |
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OKAY, my friends, let's continue to celebrate the good things in our lives, together. I hope to see you soon as we connect with body, mind and soul through the BEAT!
"Stop Waiting.
Feel Everything.
Love Achingly.
Give Impeccably.
LET GO."
Robert Wallace
Total Rhythm
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Feijoada Pronounce it,
Eat it!
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First the pronounciation.
Say "fay", then say "jwah", then say "da". Now put them together and emphasize the second syllable: "FayJWAHda". Say it faster with a little attitude. Now move your hands and add some facial expression when you say: "FayJWAAHdah." You got it!
What the heck is it?
introduced in Brazil by black slaves as early as the sixteenth century, feijoada is a wonderfully seasoned bean, rice, and meat potpourri type dish -- roughly the Brazilian equivalent of our American Soul Food. It is without a doubt the country's national dish. It is so popular throughout Brazil that most restaurants, from the humblest inner-city
"lanchonete" to the sophisticated hotels lining the shores of Rio, designate specific days in which "feijoada" is served at lunch time as "o prato do dia" -- the day's special. Other eateries pride themselves in the fact that they serve it every day and advertise it in the yellow pages and/or in conspicuous blackboards outside their premises.
Since "feijoada" is in general a particularly heavy dish, it is only served at noon. The recommended post-feijoada activity is a nap! Because of the high fat content in the true feijoada, some Brazilians believe that it must be watered-down with a "caipirinha"," a mixture of lime juice, sugar and "cachaca" or "pinga," a strong liquor derived from sugar cane (often better than 100% proof!!!).
Feijoada is also an important part of the music scene in Brazil. Music, language, laughter and good food are necessary ingredients for a samba jam.
Where can you get it?
Good news!: You can enjoy incredible feijoada right here in the Bay Area at Canto do Brasil, a beautiful little restaurant at 41 Franklin Street in SF. Phone: 415-626-8727. Canto do Brasil serves feijoada every night they're open along with other Brazilian favorites such as moquequa, in a very cozy place with a friendly and fun vibe.
Enjoy the feijoada, and, now you'll be able to pronounce it!
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Caxixi Workshop with Cabello
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SHAKE YOUR SEEDS!My friend and outstanding percussionist Cabello (originally from Piracicaba,Sao Paulo, Brazil, now residing in NYC) is touring California and we are combining for a dynamite day of drums and rhythm: 1.5 hours of Caxixi insruction (including movement) with Cabello and 1.5 hours of my Total Rhythm class. Be ready to stretch, sweat, smile and SHAKE YOUR SEEDS. Cabello has worked with fantastic musicians around the globe, including Cyro Baptista, Mestre Joao Grande, and Jorge Alabe. This is a very special opportunity to learn caxixi with a very talented guest artist. Learn more about Cabello.CAXIXI WORKSHOP
Sunday, Oct. 28
2:00 - 5:00pm
Location to be finalized
(In Oakland or Berkeley)
Price: $35
Caxixis available for use/sale. Everyone is welcome. First-time Caxixi folks are especially encouraged to attend. Wear workout clothes! Call to reserve a spot (limit: 20 students): 510-482-8005, robert@totalrhythm.com.
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SAMBA in the EAST BAY
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One of the best Bay Area Brazilian bands is doing a rare East Bay show!
Nobody From Ipanema blend samba with funk and Brazilian pop for a groovy, highly percussive sound. They've been playing together for over seven years and it shows: they know their music and love sharing the warmth of the Brazilian sound. Highly recommended.
Sat. Oct. 6
10pm
Shattuck Down Low
2284 Shattuck Ave.
Berkeley
Only $10 ($5 before 10:30pm)
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