Sat June 28 - Mon June 30, 2025

Master Drummer Bolokada Condé in the SF Bay Area for 3 Days at the end of June!

West African Djembe & Dunun Playshops with Master Drummer Bolokada Condé!
Benicia June 28th / San Mateo June 29th / Santa Cruz June 30th
Bringing us community, drumming, connection and great grooves!

Get ready for a full weekend, three unforgettable days of rhythm as master drummer Bolokada Condé brings his electrifying energy to the SF Bay Area on June 28, 29, and 30! Known for making drumming fun, accessible, and deeply engaging, Bolo creates an atmosphere where everyone--from beginners to seasoned players--will feel the groove and excitement of these powerful traditional rhythms. A master drummer from Guinea, he is internationally celebrated as one of the leading figures in West African percussion. Join us for a class or two, and you will learn why!

SIGN UP TODAY FOR SAN MATEO AND/OR BENICIA at https://hopeinsitepublicitypercussion.getgalore.com

Saturday, June 28th, 1:30pm-3:30pm
St. Paul's Church
120 E. J street, Benicia

Sunday, June 29th - 2 Classes!
Beginners/All Levels 1:30pm-3:30pm*
Intermediate/Advanced 4pm-6pm**
Or come for BOTH CLASSES!
Outdoors at a Beautiful Garden Home in San Mateo
Easy Access from Freeway - Address Furnished The Week Before Class

Monday, June 30th, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Drumskull Drums
105 Pioneer St. Suite C, Santa Cruz
Payment on Site for this date

SIGN UP BELOW FOR SAN MATEO AND/OR BENICIA!
$45 Advance/$50 Door
for any of the classes***
$85 Advance/$90 Door for BOTH SAN MATEO Classes!
https://hopeinsitepublicitypercussion.getgalore.com
Please DM me to reserve your spot with advance price via Paypal (friends and family only) Zelle, or Venmo.
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With over 30 years of dedication to his craft, Bolokada's command of the djembe and deep knowledge of traditional rhythms have taken him to stages across Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Beyond his powerful performances, Bolo is a passionate educator and cultural ambassador. Through his dynamic workshops, classes, and collaborations, he shares the richness of West African music, inspiring drummers and audiences around the world.
Bring your pad and paper! Audio recording is OK. Please no Video recording.
* Beginners is 0-3 years of djembe playing - Newbies Welcome!
** Intermediate/Advanced is 3+ years of djembe study

Check out Bolo and Mamady Keita together! https://www.youtube.com/watch
Learn more about Bolokada at:
https://bolokada.com
https://www.facebook.com/bolokada.conde
https://www.bolokadaandfriends.org
https://cwm.illinois.edu/node/103
https://www.african-music-safari.com/bolokada-conde.html
West African Djembe & Dunun Playshops with Master Drummer Bolokada Condé!
Benicia June 28th / San Mateo June 29th / Santa Cruz June 30th
Bringing us community, drumming, connection and great grooves!

Get ready for a full weekend, three unforgettable days of rhythm as master drummer Bolokada Condé brings his electrifying energy to the SF Bay Area on June 28, 29, and 30! Known for making drumming fun, accessible, and deeply engaging, Bolo creates an atmosphere where everyone--from beginners to seasoned players--will feel the groove and excitement of these powerful traditional rhythms. A master drummer from Guinea, he is internationally celebrated as one of the leading figures in West African percussion. Join us for a class or two, and you will learn why!

SIGN UP TODAY FOR SAN MATEO AND/OR BENICIA at https://hopeinsitepublicitypercussion.getgalore.com

Saturday, June 28th, 1:30pm-3:30pm
St. Paul's Church
120 E. J street, Benicia

Sunday, June 29th - 2 Classes!
Beginners/All Levels 1:30pm-3:30pm*
Intermediate/Advanced 4pm-6pm**
Or come for BOTH CLASSES!
Outdoors at a Beautiful Garden Home in San Mateo
Easy Access from Freeway - Address Furnished The Week Before Class

Monday, June 30th, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Drumskull Drums
105 Pioneer St. Suite C, Santa Cruz
Payment on Site for this date

SIGN UP BELOW FOR SAN MATEO AND/OR BENICIA!
$45 Advance/$50 Door
for any of the classes***
$85 Advance/$90 Door for BOTH SAN MATEO Classes!
https://hopeinsitepublicitypercussion.getgalore.com
Please DM me to reserve your spot with advance price via Paypal (friends and family only) Zelle, or Venmo.
~~~~~~~~~~~~
With over 30 years of dedication to his craft, Bolokada's command of the djembe and deep knowledge of traditional rhythms have taken him to stages across Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Beyond his powerful performances, Bolo is a passionate educator and cultural ambassador. Through his dynamic workshops, classes, and collaborations, he shares the richness of West African music, inspiring drummers and audiences around the world.
Bring your pad and paper! Audio recording is OK. Please no Video recording.
* Beginners is 0-3 years of djembe playing - Newbies Welcome!
** Intermediate/Advanced is 3+ years of djembe study

Check out Bolo and Mamady Keita together! https://www.youtube.com/watch
Learn more about Bolokada at:
https://bolokada.com
https://www.facebook.com/bolokada.conde
https://www.bolokadaandfriends.org
https://cwm.illinois.edu/node/103
https://www.african-music-safari.com/bolokada-conde.html
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Date/Times:
  • Sat Jun 28 at St. Paul's Benicia Episcopal Church (in Benicia: 1:30pm-3:30pm)
  • Sun Jun 29 at St. Paul's Benicia Episcopal Church (In San Mateo (see listing) Beginners/All Levels 1:30-3:30pm / Intermediate/Advanced 4-6pm)
  • Mon Jun 30 at Drumskull Drums (6:30pm-8:30pm)

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