"Tap-TAP-tap," says Jonathan to me, gesticulating in time with his hands. Tap-TAP-tap, responds my drum.
I met Jonathan yesterday at his band's concert, where they combined East African rhythms with other musical styles, ranging from blues to jazz to Carribean in true fusion style. Very fascinating to listen to.
What was particularly fun for me was the fact that Jonathan told me that he could give me private drumming lessons if I wanted, after seeing that I was interested in drumming. That was definitely an offer I latched on to. I went today, and added a few new rhythms to my "vocabulary". Rhythms with names! Imagine that.
The best part: I've even been challenged to play on stage this coming Wednesday. You know what? I think I'll do it.
how cool :) Feynman will be so happy about that, probably a bit jealous as well ;)
ReplyDeleteThis could be a perfect thing to film and put on youtube :) Good luck with the concert!
ReplyDeleteIt's too bad we had to miss this! Do you have any videos of the concert?
ReplyDeleteNo video, unfortunately; it never happened :( See the post titled "Billy Elliot"...
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