This class is a chance to explore modern frame drum technique, open to participants of any level – including those that never picked up a musical instrument before. We will study the basics of the lap-style frame drum (according to the approach of Zohar Fresco), exercise rhythmics in movement, play traditional rhythms and learn how to create new ones.

In this weekly course we will learn playing techniques based on Zohar Fresco’s approach, develop rhythmic skills, and work with embodied musical flow. This is an invitation for people who are ready to go deeper into the world of frame drums — regardless of previous musical experience.

Years of teaching experience have shown me that there is no such thing as a “lack of rhythm” or “lack of musical ability”. It’s all about the right approach — systematic, yet relaxed — through which we reconnect with our natural musicality. 
Drumming is a natural human activity, widespread in many cultures (including Poland until quite recently), helping regulate tension and connect rhythmically with others.

Retreats in a beautiful village of Swidwowiec (2h from Berlin), where we study frame drums, jam togather by the fire, get energized with morning yoga sessions, and relax with evening concerts of bowls and gongs. Workshop open to all levels.

Ahwach (Ahwach / ⴰⵃⵡⴰⵛ / أحواش) is a diverse Amazigh tradition of chanted poetry in a form of collective dance-singing, typical for Moroccan Atlas Mountains and the surrounding areas. It’s based on very simple, balanced movements and call-and-response patterns, which makes this practice particularly available to people of different cultures and bodies. Since 2022 together with Hicham Ounamir, a traditional musician and song-writter, we have been organizing Ahwash workshops in his village Amazzer, combined with my in-depth rhythmical practices.