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“Drums Are Fun” Summer Drum Camp with Les DeMerle

6/27/2023 10:00:00 AM
Arts Alive Nassau
96072 Chester Road Yulee, Florida 32097
6/27/2023 12:00:00 PM

Date: June 27, 2023

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Venue: Arts Alive Nassau

Address: 96072 Chester Road Yulee, Florida 32097

Age Range: Children

Cost: $70 pp

Contact: Les DeMerle | Ldmm@bellsouth.net | 904-277-7942

“Drums Are Fun” Summer Drum Camp with Les DeMerle is for Ages 9 and Up. Join Les DeMerle, world-renowned drummer and Artistic Director of the Amelia Island Jazz Festival, as he teaches kids the basics of drum and rhythm skills. With three days of fun, music and rhythm jams where kids get to play on state-of-the-art Zildjian Practice Pads, snare drums and a professional drum set.

Subjects include the correct way to hold drumsticks, counting and reading rhythms, creating a groove with a steady beat, learning drum rudiments and applying them to the drum set. Plus, a special recital on Wed. where all the kids play together in the final jam session performing the skills they learned for family and friends.

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED by 6/23/23: Email Ldmm@bellsouth.net or Phone (904) 277-7942. $70 per Student for all 3 Days Cash, Check or Credit Card Paid in full on 6/26
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Located just off the coast of northeast Florida, Amelia Island is easy to reach, but hard to forget. With 13 miles of beautiful beaches, abundant native wildlife, and pristine waters, this barrier island has long been a beloved destination for visitors and residents alike.