
| MICHAEL MOON BEAR Afro-Cuban Drumming West African Drumming Middle-Eastern Drumming As a professional percussionist and educator, Michael has completed studies in a variety of musical traditions, and has studied extensively with Master Drummer Mamady Keita. Michael is the author of “DRUM! West African Drum Rhythms That You Can Play Today”. In addition to his work with MALIDOMA!, Michael is the drumming instructor at several District 81 schools, including Havermale and The Skill Center. And he has created and directed many events and performance groups around traditional music and dance, including Prima Noche, the World Music Summit Concert Series, and the MALIDOMA! World Drum & Dance Camp. Michael offers both group and private instruction year round, as well as school presentations, residencies and community workshops. |



- AVAILABLE NOW - DRUM: West African Drum Rhythms That You Can Play Today by Michael Moon Bear Check out the book in the Marketplace. ____________ |
| Michael is available for private lessons every Saturday & Sunday. Please send an e-mail or call 509.624.7573 to set up a lesson time. You can pay for classes with the convenient links below. For other inquires (school programs, community workshops, performances, etc.) please use the contact page to e-mail Michael directly. Don't forget to pick up a copy of Michael's book "DRUM! West African Drum Rhythms That You Can Play Today". It's the next best thing to having Michael there with you. |
| - PRIVATE LESSONS WITH MICHAEL MOON BEAR NOW AVAILABLE - Time to focus on just what you want! With private lessons we can work on any aspect you like, from basic traditional drumming to advance soloing techniques. A great way to begin or improve your drumming. Scheduling lesson times is easy, and includes weekends. |