Regular classes/workshops
PLEASE NOTE:
The Saturday morning West African djembe drumming class is aimed at those drummers who have some experience in basic technique of drumming
or some musical experience. If you are a beginner, and have never played a drum or any musical instrument, then please contact Nigel for
advice. In particular, I may not have a spare drum, unless you contact me first.
If you are rhythmically, or musically challenged, then there are other classes available in the area which are aimed at beginners, but if you are quick to pick things up, or if you have a musical background, or have done other forms of percussion, then you should be OK. Again, if you are not sure, speak to Nigel (contact details are available on the 'Contact' page).
West African djembe/dundun classes are currently scheduled to take place on Saturday mornings (except when full-day workshops are organised). These classes are aimed at adults across the Black Country and Birmingham and the surrounding areas.
Classes will normally start at 10am and go on until 1.15pm (maybe even 1.30pm, and occasionally, later still) and will cost £5. The first 30-45 mins is aimed at less experienced drummers where there will be some in-depth tuition on technique as well as being able to play rhythms at a slower pace. Later on in the morning, the pace picks up significantly and this part of the class is aimed at the better drummers who are able to drum faster and to handle more complex material.
All classes will be held at Halesowen Athletic & Cycling Club (HACC), Manor Way, Halesowen B62 8RW, UNLESS otherwise specified. If using sat-nav, be careful as it will direct you 100 yards
past the entrance.
Classes for 2025
1st November - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
8th November - Workshop with Sidiki Dembele (sold out)
15th November - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
22nd November - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
29th November - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
6th December - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
13th December - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler & Christmas Party
20th December - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
Classes for 2026
3rd January - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
10th January - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
17th January - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
24th January - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
31st January - WoWFest
7th February - Djembe/dundun drumming with The Brains Trust
14th February - Djembe/dundun drumming with The Brains Trust
21st February - Djembe/dundun drumming with The Brains Trust
28th February - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
7th March - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
14th March - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
21st March - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
28th March - Djembe/dundun drumming with Nigel Sadler
Note - If there is no class on a particular week, it is because there might be a workshop or festival or we are taking a holiday break (usually the month of August, plus
Christmas/New Year and Easter).