This is an introductory/beginning level course taught in an ensemble format, paced for students with little or no experience in percussion music. The course covers the techniques for playing samba instruments, rhythms and musical arrangements in the tradition of the escolas de samba, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. All instruments provided. The course meets on Saturday mornings from 9:30am until 11am at the School of Arts and Culture inside the Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San José, CA 95116.

The course fee is $25 per 90-minute class per student. Discount fee offered for pre-payment of $225 for the 10-course package. Preferred forms of payment are Venmo and PayPal, though the exact amount in cash is accepted as well.

Bloco do Sol San José offers percussion classes open to the public only twice a year—join us for this great opportunity to learn and enjoy