Live Darbuka Classes w Raquy Starting Jan 12
New Training Club - Darbuka I -Darbuka II
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•Weekly live training sessions with me, Raquy, where you can practice in real time, Sundays at 12 noon NYC time, or train with the replays at your convenience.
• Unlimited access to a rich library of pre-recorded courses.
• A supportive WhatsApp group to share progress, get feedback, and connect with fellow darbuka enthusiasts globally.
ENROLL HERE
Jan 12 - March 2
Sundays at 10:00 am New York Time
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, Rhythmsm Compositions and Soloing
ENROLL HERE
Jan 12 - March 2
Every Sunday at 11am 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.
Includes Techniques, Rhythms, Compositions, Soloing
ENROLL HERE
Easy to Follow, Fun and Inspiring!
Meet your Instructor - Raquy Danziger
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 that magical city and opening the Darbuka Ofis in downtown Istanbul where I trained with my teacher, 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, and offer LIVE online classes and connect with players around the world.
May the darbuka bring you joy, inspiration and magical experiences as it has for me!
See what Raquy's "Live" Students have to say:
From Nadina Libertoire, USA
I have taken two of Raquy’s 8 week Darbuka courses, and I’m currently enrolled in my third course—the Level 2 summer semester course. I’ve looked forward to each and every weekly class on FB live! But if I couldn’t make it to the live, I love knowing the classes are saved and I can still take the class at a later time. I have learned a lot so far, from learning how to play the Darbuka basic sounds, different rhythms, refining my technique to learning compositions. I learn something new every week and I’m really happy with all the progress I have made thanks to the knowledge that Raquy shares in her courses. These classes bring joy to my week and put me in a good mood 🙂
From Rena Tajima, Japan
This online class is very organized and you can actually feel your improvement in Darbuka through the course. Sometimes it’s hard to catch up with the class on time because she teaches some complicated hard rhythm, but it makes the class even more challenging and more fun so I love it!!! It’s also good that you can review the class later with a video so you can learn with your own pace.
From Chris Abrahms, USA
Raquy’s Darbuka Level 1 Live Classes were just what I wanted - an introduction to the basics of the split finger method with an emphasis on proper technique. Each class involved a warm up, review of the previous class, then something new to work on. The opportunity to ask questions and post videos to get Raquy’s feedback was very helpful. And Raquy is upbeat, enthusiastic, patient and supportive. So much at such a reasonable price! I’m really glad I took this class and highly recommend it - both for beginners and more experienced players who want to go back and get grounded in the basics.