Classes


New Class Starting February 3, 2024:

I'm kicking off the month of Carnaval (February) by offering an 8-week series on various Brazilian percussion instruments and how they all fit together to form the bateria that propels people to dance!

In the class you will learn surdos, (low drums) caixa,(snare drum), repinique, agogo bell and tamborim basics-technique and patterns, and basic breaks.

I've been studying and playing Rio-style samba for about 35 years, and teaching for almost that long. I'm happy to share whatever I know. I look forward to playing/learning with you!

Here are the details:
Dates: Saturdays, beginning Feb. 3
Time: 10:30am-12pm
Location: My studio in Richmond
Cost: $240 ($30/class)

The class size is limited to 6-7 people
For more information, feel free to contact me at percmigo@gmail.com or at (510) 301-5167.




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Testimonials
We've learned a lot about different kinds of drums and percussion. Michaelle's taught us all the basics of drumming, plus much more, like complex rhythms and soloing, and it's been very helpful for us in school-both concert and jazz band. She's a really good teacher, very patient, and moves at our pace.
--Amy & Ariana, 5th year students

Both in small classes of 5 and in huge workshops of 40, Michaelle's extraordinary skill as a drummer and as a teacher absolutely shines. And in performance, left to her true craft, she steals the show!
--Susan Appe, music educator

Michaelle taught me how to play drums and how to have fun doing it. She has an awesome studio with a lot of different instruments to experiment with.
--William, age 9

Michaelle is one of the most gifted percussionists in the Bay Area not only because of her mastery of numerous instruments and rhythms from all over the world, but also because of her passion and respect for the roots of the music. As a teacher she has a respectful and gentle nature as she patiently observes and models while breaking down a rhythm or technique into smaller segments. Her classes are well-structured, balanced, fun and I know I am lucky to study with such a talented artist!
--Annette Acosta

It is an absolute JOY to learn from Michaelle! She has the unparalleled ability to encourage and inspire, calling upon her vast knowledge of all things rhythmic while pushing each student above and beyond their expectations. You know that there is something very special happening when learning new and challenging things leaves you beaming, laughing and best of all, making great music!
--Kathryn, 3rd year student