Stages de Djembe avec Mamady et Seckou Keita

Après un stage exceptionnel en Février 2009 au Sénégal, nous avons le plaisir d’offrir, non pas 1 mais 2 stages insolites de Djembé en Casamance dans le magnifique village d’Abéné. Ces stages sont dirigés par 2 artistes aux carrières uniques. Il est clair qu’une aventure extraordinaire nous attend cet hiver 2010!!!

Niveau Intermédiaire/Avancé- MAMADY KEITA

26 Déc. - 08 Janv. 2010 (Arrivée à Banjul le 25 Déc. et retour le 9 Janv. 2010)

Ce stage est dirigé par l’un des Maitre de la percussion le plus acclamé au monde: le Seul et unique Mamady Keita. “ Sa méthode d’enseignement et son jeu est tellement inspiré” nous dit l’un de ses étudiants. “ Il ya des choses qu’il vous donne, qui restent avec vous pour la vie” nous dirait un autre. Il n’y a aucun doute que ce stage promet d’être stimulant et élevant. Mamady enseignera un certain nombre de rythmes traditionnels ainsi que des solos et arrangement traditionnels. De plus, Mamady nous donne l unique opportunité d’apprendre de nouveaux rythmes composé par le maitre lui même. Il sera accompagné au Dun Dun par sa femme Monette et Seckou Keita.

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Niveau Débutant Avancé/Intermédiaire: SECKOU KEITA

13 - 25 Fév. 2010 (Arrivée à Banjul le 12 et retour le 26 Fev.. 2010)

De réputée internationale, Seckou Keita est l’un des rares artistes au prodigieux talent autant dans son jeu de kora que dans sa maitrise des percussions, notamment au Djembé, Sabar, Seourouba ou même à la batterie.” Il a toujours quelque chose de special à nous offrir” nous dira l’un de ses étudiant. Seckou enseignera des rythmes traditionnels, ainsi que solos et arrangement traditionnels. Seckou a également intégrer une session spéciale hebdomadaire: le Djembé dans la musique afro-contemporaine. Pour celle-ci, Seckou sera accompagné de musiciens Sénégalais á la guitare, la basse, la kora et les voix. Pour ce stage, nous pouvons offrir le choix entre 1 et 2 semaines de stage.

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Option Spéciale: 10 heures de classe de Dun Dun : pour ces 2 stages, que vous veniez pour 1 ou 2 semaines, nous sommes en mesure de vous offrir l’opportunité de perfectionner votre compréhension et pratique du Dun Dun. Les rythmes seront choisis parmi ceux enseignés pendant le stage principal de Djembé. Ces sessions seront dirigées par Seckou Keita et vous serez accompagnés de percussionnistes Sénégalais au Djembé.

Location: Tous les stages auront lieu dans le village balnéaire d’Abéné, situé à 1 heure de la frontière Gambienne. Depuis une dizaine d’année, Abéné est devenu un noyau intégral du monde artistique en Casamance et au Sénégal. On y trouve de nombreux danseurs, percussionnistes, musiciens ainsi que qu’un certain nombre d’artisans travaillant la sculpture, le Batik ou la couture.

En Décembre, durant le stage de Mamady Keita, Abéné fera place à son festival annuel, alors que Février, verra le jour du Carnaval de Kafountine, un village voisin. Les deux évènements mettent en scène un certain nombre de troupes de ballets Africains, ainsi que des groupes de musique afro-contemporaine, hip hop ou reggae. Les nuits seront chaudes !!

Ce que le prix inclut: 15 heures d’enseignement par semaine, chambre standard à partager à 2, transport de/pour Banjul aéroport (organise le 25 Déc., 9 Janv., 12 Fév. and 26 Fév. 2010), 3 repas par jour, divertissement au festival/carnaval, compensation de vos émissions de dioxyde de carbone pour votre séjour au Sénégal.

Ce que le prix n’inclut pas: tickets d’avion, assurance de voyage, boissons, excursions et autres dépenses personnelles

La suite? Votre réservation sera confirmée par email ou téléphone et vous recevrez des informations pour vous aider à organiser votre voyage (avion, conseils de santé.) – Nous vous enverrons également un questionnaire qui nous permettra de collecter les informations pratiques pour que nous puissions intégrer vos besoins spéciaux/personnels. Un mois avant le voyage, vous recevrez toutes les infos utiles avec emploie du temps, contacts, lieu de logement..

IMPORTANT: Evaluer votre niveau

Si vous avez des doutes sur votre niveau, voici quelques conseils :

Intermédiaire/Avancé veut dire que vous jouez régulièrement depuis au moins 4 ans. Vous pouvez faire les roulements en 4. 5 et 6 et vous connaissez quelques solos traditionnels. Vous avez appris environ 30 rythmes Manding comme Sorsonet, Djansa, Sunu, Yankadi, Tiriba, Soboninkun, Wassolonka, Soliwulen, Abondan and Bao

Débutant avancé/Intermédiaire veut dire que vous jouez régulièrement depuis au moins 2 ans. Vous connaissez environ 15 rythmes Manding traditionnelles tels Yankadi, Kuku, Soli Lent, Toro, Djolé, Gidamba, Fé and Dalah

Si vous avez toujours des doutes, contactez nous par email info@worldartventures.com pou par téléphone au + 44 7940 266 773

Liste des prix:

Stage de 2 semaines avec Mamady Keita: Spécial prix réduit (pour réservation avant le 31 Aout 2009): € 830  —–Prix Normal (à partir du 1 Sept. 2009): € 950

Stage de 2 semaines avec Seckou Keita: Spécial prix réduit (pour réservation avant le 31 Aout 2009): € 730 —–Prix Normal (à partir du 1 Sept. 2009): € 840

Stage de 1 semaine avec Seckou Keita: Spécial prix réduit (pour réservation avant le 31 Aout 2009): € 425  —–Prix Normal (à partir du 1 Sept. 2009): € 480

Option de 10 heures de classes de Dun Dun  (meme prix pour les 2 stages): Spécial prix réduit (pour réservation avant le 31 Aout 2009): € 150 —–Prix Normal (à partir du 1 Sept. 2009): € 180

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Seckou Keita is a brilliant live performer with stacks of charisma, and one of the
few champions of the less-known and rhythmically rocking kora repertoire from Casamance
in southern Senegal where he is from. - Lucy Duran – Radio BBC3

Seckou keita, an inspired exponent of the Kora that can makes the West African harp-lute
sound like a small band Robin Denselow - Guardian

Seckou Keita was born in Ziguinchor, Senegal on 14 February 1978 in a griot family
(hereditary musicians). It was under the guidance of his uncle Solo Cissokho that Keita launched
his international career in 1996, with appearances at Norway’s Forde Festival in a successful
collaboration with Cuban, Indian and Scandinavian musicians.

In the years that followed, Keita relocated to the UK, while touring regularly in Spain,
France, Portugal, Greece and Czech Republic as well as playing at such prestigious festivals as
Womad and Glastonbury, both as a solo musician, and in collaboration with acclaimed figures like
Indian violinist Dr L Subrimaniam.

He became a member of the popular world music group Baka Beyond in 1998, contributing to their
well-received East To West album, and in 2000 began to record his own solo debut Baiyo (retitled Mali
for a later release through Arc Music), which encompassed his musical journey to that date, from Africa
to Europe, via India.

With support slots to luminaries like Salif Keita and Youssou N’Dour, solo slots at London’s Jazz
Café and at Ireland’s Sacred Music Festival, and a nomination in 2001 for BBC Radio 3’s prestigious
World Music Award, it’s clear that Keita’s many collaborations have fed and extended rather than diluted
the African mainspring of his music.

This is why Keita’s current project, the Seckou Keita SKQ seems so exciting, drawing together a
group of musicians from disparate origins, who nonetheless superbly complement one another. The richly
layered songs on Seckou Keita SKQ’s pasr Tama-Silo album range from the haunting African Soul of
‘Tounga’ to upbeat floor-fillers like ‘Sina Mory’ and ‘N’fa Quartet’. With over 100 live performances,
their sound becomes incredibly tight and original.

“Everything in music has to be honest, and the deeper meanings of the songs and melodies must be
preserved”, he explains. “This is why it’s important that collaborations should be right for
the music”

A brilliant performer, Seckou also likes to share with people. His education work is less known to
the public but is real. He regularly runs drumming and kora workshops in schools, arts centres,
festivals working with organisations such as Music For change, Creative Partnerships and Womad.

Finally, he is also a regular guest leader for Sewabeat Company who offers alternative training
package for Commercial Corporation.

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13 Feb - 25 Feb 2010 - Improver/Intermediate level - Led by Seckou Keita

After an incredibly successful workshop in Senegal in February 2009, that surprised even ourselves, we are delighted to offer again - not one, but two drumming workshops this winter in the beautiful village of Abéné. Led by two exceptional artists with outstanding careers, this promises to be an extraordinary adventure!!!

Intermediate to Advanced level:  26 Dec- 08 Jan 2010 (with Travel to Banjul on 25 Dec and return on 9 Jan 2010)

This course will be led by one of the few remaining, and probably the most acclaimed, Master Drummer from Guinea: The one and only Mamady Keita. “His teaching and playing is so inspirational” has said one of last year’s students. “Some of the things he gives you remain with you for life” said another one. In other word, this is a lifetime opportunity.

You will be taught many traditional rhythms. There will be a focus on traditional solos and breaks. Additionally, you will also have the unique opportunity to learn some of Mamady’s own compositions. He is supported on Dun Dun by his wife Monette and Seckou Keita.

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Improver to Intermediate level:  13 -25 Feb 2010 (with Travel to Banjul on 12 Feb and return on 26 Feb 2010)

With a international reputation and incredible versatility, Seckou Keita is one of the few artists has been described as a virtuoso on both Kora and percussion instruments such as the Djembe, Sabar, Seourouba or even the Drum Kit. “He has always something special on offer”, as put by one of his students. For this workshop, Seckou will teach traditional rhythms as well as some solos and breaks. Seckou has also designed a special session for drumming with music (1 per week) where he will be supported by local musicians on guitar, bass, Kora and voices. For Seckou’s workshop, we are able to offer the choice of 1 or 2 weeks option.

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Optional 10 hours Dun-Dun sessions: For both workshops we have designed a 10 hours dun dun workshop that will be spread throughout your stay, whether 1 or 2 weeks. This will be a perfect opportunity to learn, practice and explore further Dun-Dun patterns and rhythms that will have been taught during the Djembe workshops. Those sessions will be run by Seckou Keita and supported on Djembe by local drummers.

Location: All workshops will take place in the incredible beach village of Abéné, in Casamance, about 1 hour from the Gambian border. The village has become a hub for artists, with a large community of drumming and dancing troupes, as well as crafts include woodcarving, traditional artefacts and batik fabric dying. During Mamady’s workshop, there will also be the annual Abéné festival which features local and national ballet and bands.  During Seckou’s workshop, you will be able to experience the Kafoutine Carnival, featuring mainly ballet drumming troupes and a variety of Senegalese music bands

What the package includes: 15 hours tuitions per week, Standard Accommodations on a shared basis, Breakfast, lunch and dinners, Transport to and from Banjul Airport (on 25 Dec, 9 Jan, 12 Feb and 26 Feb 2010), Entertainment at the local festival and carnival, Carbone emissions offset for your time in Senegal

What it does not include: Flights, travel insurance, drinks, excursions and any other personal expenses.

What will happen next? Your booking will be confirmed by email or phone call and you will receive some information and tips on how to organise your trip (flights, health advice, draft schedule, etc.). You will also need to fill in a questionnaire so we can be prepared for any special requirements you may need.  Then one month before the trip you will receive a final schedule with all contacts and final details.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Evaluating your level

Have you got any doubt about your level? Here is some guidance:

Intermediate/advanced means that you have been playing regularly for at least 4 years, you can do the rolls in 4-5 and 6, and know a few traditional solos. You should know an average of about 30 traditional Mandeng rhythms such as Sorsonet, Djansa, Sunu, Yankadi, Tiriba, Soboninkun, Wassolonka, Soliwulen, Abondan and Bao

Improver/Intermediate means that you have been playing regularly for at least 2 years and know an average of 15 traditional Mandeng rhythms such as Yankadi, Kuku, Soli Lent, Toro, Djolé, Gidamba, Fé and Dalah

If you still have doubt, then get in touch with us info@worldartventures.com or by phone + 44 7940 266 773.

Price list

2 weeks workshop with Mamady Keita:

Early Bird rate (valid until 31 august 2009): £700

Normal rate (from 1 Sept 2009): £800

2 weeks workshop with Seckou Keita

Early Bird rate (valid until 31 August 2009) : £620

Normal rate (from 1 Sept 2009): £720

1 week workshop with Seckou Keita

Early Bird rate: £350

Normal rate (from 1 Sept 2009): £400

Optional Dun Dun (rate valid for all workshops)

Early Bird rate: £125 (until 31 August 2009)

Normal Rate: £150 (from 1 Sept 2009)

BOOK YOUR PLACE TO MAMADY WORKSHOP HERE

BOOK YOUR PLACE TO SECKOU WORKSHOP HERE

Forthcoming open workshops dates:

Week end  4-5 July /12-13 September/31 October -1 nov 2009 : drumming workshop in Salisbury - All enquiries to Coral on 0776 240 811 or email her

4 - 9 August - :Drumming Workshops at the African Drum Village, Glen Isla, Scotland
We have been told that the event has sold out- But should you have any query, contact Steve Haden on 07971535099 or by email

25- 31 August - :Drumming Workshops at the African Beats Camp, Somerset
There are still tickets left. Please contact Nigel on 0771 8513100 or email him

It is rare to see someone being outstanding at playing 2 different instruments. But Seckou is
one of them. Seckou has been learning simultaneously the kora and West African percussions.

He plays variety of drums from his natal Mandinka Seourouba drum, to wolof drums, drum kit and
of course the most known west African drum: the Djembe.

He has performed on drum kit and West African percussions on records for Baka Beyond,
Jallikunda Cissokho, Elika and Solo, Mark Flanagan and Flook.

Seckou regularly works with a range of people and organisations:

Professional development for Manchester based group Tanante

Corporate workshops for Switzerland based training company Sewabeat

Schools workshops for Kent based music in education organisation www.musicforchange.org , Tribe of Doris , devon

Regular guest of drumming festival across the UK such as:

Drum Camp in Norfolk
African Drum Village in Scotland
Rhythms and Grooves
Winter Drum in High Wycombe