Following the break over Christmas and the New Year, The Rhythm Hut will return in January with a series of events and workshops for the school holidays.
Next year’s events will kick off with performances from Copenhagen world fusion ensemble Afenginn and special guests The Crooked Fiddle Band on Friday, January 9. Winners of the Danish Music Awards for Best World Album of the Year and Contemporary Folk Artist, Afenginn, feature a mandolin, clarinets, drums, bass, cello and violin. The Danish fi ve-piece takes an anarchic approach to traditional musical structures, with their music ranging from lyrical, cinematic compositions to charismatic and wild dance tunes. Supporting Afenginn on the night are Sydney-based group The Crooked Fiddle Band. Having performed throughout Europe and Australia, including the Opera House, The Crooked Fiddle Band’s music is dark and often driving, but also writhing and ecstatic. Next year’s events will continue with an Open Mic Night on Sunday, January 11. Each act is allocated 10 minutes, and snacks, desserts and drinks will be available to purchase on the night. The Rhythm Hut will also host Kids Themed Parties for children aged two to 12. The parties include singing, dancing, craft to make and take home, games and loads of prizes. A Frozen themed party will be held on Tuesday, January 13, and a Tinkerbell and The Pirate Fairy themed party on Tuesday, January 20. A body percussion workshop with Rendra Freestone will then be held on Wednesday, January 14. Body percussion has elements of drum and dance, with free movement and partner interaction also being a big part of the learning process. Drummers, dancers, musicians, music teachers, or anyone wanting to have some fun with a rhythm vibe is encouraged to attend. The next event will see the return of A Purse Full of Clippings and a Pocket Full of Dreams to The Rhythm Hut, to perform three shows, on Friday, January 16, and on Saturday, January 17. A Purse Full of Clippings and a Pocket Full of Dreams is a comical theatrical piece written and performed by Central Coast’s Kip Crossing, Isaac James and Mitch Vangelatos. The story bases itself around a small village that is being threatened by a group of tax collectors who scheme to steal the town’s wealth. In addition to this, there are moments of genius, betrayal of friends, and of course, an interwoven love story. Finally, a Master Djembe Workshop with Mohamed Bangoura will be held on Wednesday, January 21. Mohamed is regarded by drumming experts as one of the best amongst the Master Drummers in the world. Mohamed’s life has been dedicated to music and culture, and he has taught thousands and thousands of drummers around the world. Mohamed’s teaching approach at The Rhythm Hut will cater for all levels, incorporating djembe technique, solo phrases and playing etiquette. Drummers can also opt to play djun-djuns if they are more drawn to the African bass rhythms. Drums will be supplied or you can bring your own, and drinks and refreshments will also be available for purchase.
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4 & 11 Dec 2014
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