Dancing Drum: Community Programs - Community Drum Ensemble (CDE)

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

COMMUNITY DRUM ENSEMBLE

Community Drum Ensemble (CDE) is a performance-oriented drum team where everyone is welcome - a social gathering for people to play drums and perform as an ensemble. There are no try-outs or auditions, only a requirement that members of the ensemble attend rehearsals and learn the rhythm and break arrangements to the best of their ability. All ages, from 12 to 80+, are welcome, and participants don't need formal training in music to learn, practice, and perform with the group.

Whether the program is based in a school, business, drum shop, or community center, one valuable outcome of CDE is the building of a supportive community centered around drumming. Ensemble members comment that they develop new friendships and enjoy connecting with others in new ways. CDE goes beyond being "just a drum class" by culminating in a final show, and many people play with the ensemble for the excitement that only a performance-oriented program can create.

"The spirit of the group along the way during the practices was wonderful. The sessions were fun, with a very warm and friendly atmosphere. That to me is a big part of this and it makes it a pleasure to be involved. Plus, we are getting better all the time!"
- Ensemble Drummer, Santa Barbara, CA

CDE is for all kinds of venues, including universities, drum shops, community centers, corporations, and places of worship. Dancing Drum can help you establish a CDE program at your site through a series of workshops and leader trainings. Please contact us to discuss your ideas.

CDE is based on Dancing Drum's book, "Community Drum Ensemble: Volume 1".

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