"Extremely well organized, highly inspirational, friendly, and excellent group managers... they captivated the student's attention from start to finish."
Anna Matsuba
Teacher
Williston School District, Vermont

"It was truly amazing how Jay and Steve's workshops brought kids together to play incredible music."
Lisa Dawson
Secretary
Grafton Elem. School
Grafton, VT

Workshops

Learn more about the workshops

The bulk of Jay's workshop and residency work is with musician Steve Leicach in African Rhythms and World Music. Bringing with them a large collection of instruments, Jay and Steve's percussion ensemble workshops are energizing, fun, and "hands-on." Participants experience playing African and African-style hand drums, balafon (African xylophone), bells, and shakers. Drumming technique, traditional rhythms, and improvisation are also explored. Everyone should be prepared to jam!

If you are in a school, camp or corporation with folks who love to move, Steve also teaches traditional dance to complement the percussion ensemble workshop. Sometimes a workshop leads up to a sharing of what students have learned. With kids and adults playing and dancing, Steve and Jay have created dynamic performances for schools and communities! With their teaching and professional skills, warmth and humor, their workshops and student led shows leave a lasting impres-sion

that forever remain in the hearts, hands and feet of the participants.

In addition to their work together, Jay and Steve also teach percussion to individuals and groups as soloists. Feel free to contact Jay for fees, additional recommendations (see testimonials) and residency information.