Guest artist Shawn Mativetsky will be giving a workshop at the UofM Desautels Faculty of Music!

Talking Tabla: Rhythmic Principles of North Indian Drumming

The tabla is a wonderfully complex percussion instrument from North India, with a beautiful, unique sound and virtuosic technique. It can be heard in Indian classical music, dance, devotional, folk, and film music, as well as in cross-cultural music. In the first part of this workshop, students will be introduced to the instrument, its techniques, and repertoire. In the second part, through the use of rhythmic vocalizations called bol, participants will explore the vast world of North Indian rhythm. With the use of simple vocal syllables and clapping, we will learn more about taal (rhythmic cycles), tihai (rhythmic cadences), and laykari (subdivision), with fun exercises that, at times, are sure to challenge even the most rhythmically adept.

Date: Tuesday, October 24 (5:00-6:30pm)

Location: Room T2-175 at the Desautels Faculty of Music

• 150 Dafoe Road, University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus), Winnipeg, MB

FREE TO ATTEND! Space is limited. If you're interested in attending, we encourage you to contact Suzu Enns (MCO Director of Education & Community Engagement) at senns@themco.ca or (204) 783-7377.

Co-presented by the Desautels Faculty of Music and Manitoba Chamber Orchestra!

Photo credit: Caroline Tabah

A new Music Listening Club at the McNally Robinson Community Classroom!

Instructor: Suzu Enns

Join a music listening and discussion group! Think of it as a book club, but for music! This class is for you if you enjoy a variety of musical genres including classical music and would like to begin exploring music from new perspectives. In a friendly and supportive environment, you’ll gain insights that will help you confidently discuss music with others. Broaden your understanding and appreciation for music and the artistic process while learning to listen deeply and with more intention.

This class is discussion-based, and each members’ unique contributions and questions are valued! Guided listening and reflection activities will be provided before each session that will serve as a starting-off point to the discussion and learning. We’ll be basing the listening selections on the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra’s Fall 2023 concerts!

Schedule: 

• Thursday, 14 September 2023 (2:00-3:30pm)
• Thursday, 12 October 2023 (2:00-3:30pm)
• Thursday, 2 November 2023 (2:00-3:30pm)

REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS NOW CLOSED

Health & Wellness Series for Older Adults at St. John's Library

Learning how to play a musical instrument has many physical and mental health benefits and the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra wants to inspire you to play. Come out and meet Suzu Enns, Director of Education & Community Engagement, who will be providing tips to help you get started.

Offered in partnership with the Point Douglas Seniors Resource Finders (A&O Support Services).

Tuesday, October 17

2:30-3:30pm

St. John's Library (500 Salter Street, Winnipeg, MB)

Free. To learn more and register for this program, phone the Winnipeg Public Library at 204-986-4689, visit any branch, or register online at winnipeg.ca/library.

Coming soon!