LIVE Winter 2025 Level I

Sundays, Jan 12 - March 2, 2025, 10am NYC Learn Darbuka Drumming from the beginning

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October 20- Dec 22

Every Sunday at 11:00 am New York Time

For darbuka players already comfortable with the basics.

New 40 minute lesson every week which you can either watch live or unlimited replays. The live lessons will be embedded in the course curriculum.

Weekly assignments with summary video and notation.

Get personal feedback on your playing.

Including:

Techniques

Rhythms

Compositions

Soloing

Fun Challenges

Perform in Final Online Recital



Your Instructor


Raquy Danziger
Raquy Danziger

Hi, I'm Raquy and welcome to my Darbuka School!

Playing the darbuka is the love of my life.

Since I discovered this drum over 20 years ago, I've devoted myself to it in every aspect - practicing, performing, teaching, composing, even decorating my own drums! I have experience playing in traditional Middle Eastern ensembles, accompanying belly dance and my current projects features the darbuka as a shining solo instrument fit for a concert hall.

In the beginning of my darbuka journey I played traditional Arabic style. Then 10 years ago I saw what was happening in Turkey with this new "split hand" technique. I made my first pilgrimage to Istanbul to learn from the masters. I ended up moving to this magical city and opening the Darbuka Ofis in downtown Istanbul where you can still find me training daily with my Hocam, Bunyamin Olguncan and other Turkish drumming masters.

I'm passionate about teaching darbuka. I have devoted students all over the world who are now performing and teaching themselves. I have traveled far and wide, spreading joy and excitement for darbuka. I have developed an innovative teaching system, using an easily understood notation key which many darbuka players these days are using.

I'm thrilled to be able to present my teachings in this elegant platform. I love the fact that this is a living school that I can constantly update with the latest stuff.

May the darbuka bring you joy, inspiration and magical experiences as it has for me!


Course Curriculum


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  Oct 20 - First Class
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  Oct 27 - Second Class
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  Nov 3, 3rd class
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  Nov 10- 4th Class
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  Nov 17 - 5th Class
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  Nov 24 6th class
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  7th Class Dec 1
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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