We are excited to announce that NYJO are hosting our first drumming masterclass with our Resident MD Winston Clifford and drummers Michéle Drees, Cheryl Alleyne & Moses Boyd!
WHERE: Woolwich Works, SE18 6HD
WHEN: 17th May, 14PM-17PM
WHO: All 18-25-year-old musicians are welcome – not just drummers
Especially those who play in the Rhythm Section and want to improve their rhythm & groove, we recommend you coming along!
* This is an optionally interactive Masterclass; if you’d like to join in please bring your own sticks, brushes and practice pads.*
This masterclass covers:
– Rudiments & genres
– Brushwork, timing, and feel (straight vs. swung)
– Grooving with bass & metronome practice
– Playing at different tempos
– Soloing & improvisation
– Jazz/Swing ride-cymbal pattern
– Musical accompaniment & trading bars
– Dynamics – and much more!
Special Features:
– Moses Boyd dives into flams, dynamics & soloing.
– Cheryl Alleyne demonstrates the Five-Stroke Roll, cymbal artistry, and shares her journey as a female drummer.
– Michèle Drees explores rudiments, Brazilian rhythms, and discusses mental health & self-esteem.
– Winston Clifford introduces ‘Body-Rhythm’ exercises to build time, feel, and coordination through movement.
Plus:
– Solo performances & demos from all four artists
– A World Première of a new four-drummer piece by Winston Clifford
– Open jam sessions & interactive playing- And a Q&A session!