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BEAT THAT! Samba and Djembe Drumming

Join Afro-Brazilian drumming specialist Laszlo Palko for a series of workshops introducing the fun of Samba and Djembe Drumming.


Following the success and popularity of the Beat That! project last year we are delighted that Laszlo Palko will be returning for an extended series of workshops, this time leading to a performance in Buxton's famous Octagon Theatre as part of the Dark Peak Spring Concert.


Traditional African and Brazilian Drumming

The workshops will involve learning to play traditional Afro-Brazilian rhythms on authentic Brazilian and African instruments.


African and Brazilian drumming is a lively, energetic and exhilarating experience and a great introduction to the fun of playing percussion.



Where and when are the Samba and Djembe Workshops?


Mondays 6.30-7.30pm

Victoria Hall, Talbot Street, Glossop SK13 7DQ


27th January

3rd February

10th February

24th February

3rd March

10th March


The Performance


Performance at Buxton Octagon 14th March 


The workshops are open to children from age 10 to 15. No previous musical or drumming experience is necessary and all instruments will be provided.


The workshops are completely free to take part.

Man playing congas

Laszlo Palko

Laszlo Palko is a renowned percussionist with over 30 years of teaching and performing experience. He has worked with many different groups, bands and organisations in the UK and internationally over these years.


Laszlo specialises in Latin American/Brazilian/African Percussion and has worked with internationally acclaimed percussionists such as Dudu Tucci, Bosco De Oliveira, Sam Alexander and Carlos Maldonado.

Recently, Laszlo has worked with the RNCM delivering workshops for RNCM Young Percussion.






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