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Lara developed her Dalcroze-based music and movement curriculum at Portland Jewish Academy, Early Childhood Learning Center (2005-2008) and Winterhaven Elementary School (2007-2008).


Past Events:

10.12.07
PNAIS Pacific Northwest Association for Independent Schools (www.pnais.org)
In October I presented a workshop at the All Schools Conference for Educators on Integrating Music and Language Arts for Students in Preschool through Second Grade.
ADULT MUSIC CLASSES will continue in the fall! Stay tuned for details!

Beledi and Beyond All Levels Drumming Class / Tuesday nights, 7-8pm

Lara has developed a unique ergonomic approach to playing the doumbek, resulting in comfort, optimal precision and maximal tone. Whether you are picking up a drum for the first time or are an accomplished percussionist, learn traditional Middle Eastern rhythms and proper doumbek technique in a fun, comfortable and individualized setting.

New session: Beledi and Beyond: Middle Eastern Rhythms, Ornaments, Drum solo phrases!

Euphoria Studios
Tuesday nights, 7-8pm
4 weeks $48/ $15 drop in
*First class May 6*
*This will be the last session before the summer! Don't miss!*
Contact Lara: rhythmandmuse@yahoo.com



Level II Drumming Classes
(with permission by instructor):
Thursday nights 7-8:15pm, $15 per class
Contact Lara for more information!

*Drum solo compositions
*Switch between various instruments as part of Middle Eastern percussive ensemble: riq/bass dumbek/dumbek


PAST WORKSHOPS



A Special Four Week Drumming Class with Lara: Developing the BELLYDANCE DRUM SOLO!
(Done, but read a description of this amazing class!)


Have you ever wanted to put together a drum solo, but didn't know where to begin? Learn how to create your very own exciting, inspiring dance-worthy drum solo!

In these four classes you will
*Learn the basic structure of the bellydance drum solo

*Learn technique for playing perfect pops, snaps and rolls

*Put together exciting, inspiring solo phrases

*Create, transcribe and perform your very own drum solo!



FEEL THE JEWISH BEAT!
Done! But read the class description and see what people said!

Make the music come alive with your voices and your bodies. Learn to play rhythmic patterns as you sing inspiring Jewish melodies.

What people are saying about "Feel the Jewish Beat" Drumming Class:

"This class is amazing. I love the mesmerizing beat of the drum."

"I appreciate the energy and the love Lara has for this area."

"This class has been mind-expanding."

"I find the drumming and singing to be very stimulating for the brain! Learning a few Hebrew words with the music is also great. Thanks for the class."

"This class is great. They way Lara moves through drum, dance and song makes for a rich musical learning experience. As a retired educator committed to lifelong learning, Lara is a joy as a t eacher."





EVENTS:
*July 3-27. Pittsburgh, PA. Dalcroze Eurhythmics Training at Carnegie Mellon.

*July 8-Aug 9. San Francisco. Orff Training.

*Aug 10. Portland, OR. House party w/Krebsic Orkestar.

*Aug 19-28. Juneau, Haines, Alaska. Teaching drum workshops.

*Aug 30-Sep 1. Balkan & Beyond, The Mora and Krebsic Orkestar will perform at Art in the Pearl festival! Go, Lara's bands!

*Nov-Dec. Thailand!

  LARA TRIBACK PORTLAND OR 971.322.8242 RHYTHMANDMUSE@YAHOO.COM