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Musango Marimba Center
Musango Marimba Center offers classes in African-style marimba music for children, youth and adults, ages 8 and up.
The joyful and energetic music produced by a marimba ensemble is rooted in the music of Zimbabwe and southern Africa. The characteristic repeating patterns produce melodies and rhythms that are both emotionally evocative and fun to play.
Marimba classes are great for students of all ages, with or without prior music experience.
For Beginners: If you have never played an instrument before, marimba is a great first instrument. The basics are easy and fun to master, as the keys are large and you play with one mallet in each hand.
For Experienced Musicians: If you play other music, this is a great addition! You will learn musical skills to enhance your understanding of rhythm, melody and harmony, and you will develop your memory and your ear.
For Children/Youth: Music education has been shown to improve children’s performance in math, reading, and critical thinking skills. Marimba classes can provide this important aspect of your child's education in a fun, supportive, small group environment.
For Adults: Share a learning experience with your child, or do it for yourself! It’s fun and rewarding to include music in your life. Whether or not you have had success with music in the past, you can enjoy the simple pleasure of making music with African Marimbas.
Camp Musango! - A Week of African Art and Music
July 12-15, 10am-3pm - Learn to play African marimbas, enjoy art projects exploring a variety of media, sing, dance, play games! Hood River marimba teacher, Karin Tauscher, is teaming up with Carrie Rodlend, high energy teaching artist, to offer a unique and fun-filled summer experience for young people from 9 to 15 years old. $160 includes supplies. Bring a lunch each day. Call 541-490-0140 to register
Try-it Out Workshops – Adults and Teens
Mondays, 7-8:30 pm: June 14, July 19, August 9Have you been intrigued by marimba but unsure if it’s something you will like? Come to a special introductory workshop and try it out. It is a fun, no-pressure way to find out what it feels like to play this unique style of music! Fee: $15 per workshop. Sign up for one or more.
Classes now forming! For more information please contact Karin Tauscher, 541-490-0140 / karin@bokamarimba.com