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GrandMaster Bolokada Conde Workshop
Show Bolokada Some Love
Nancy Brauhn Curnes of Djembe Jive and Dee Desnoyers of Drum Club are thrilled to bring world-renowned master drummer Bolokada Conde to Northern Colorado!
If you’ve never had the opportunity to study with Grandmaster Bolokada Conde, you’re in for a true treat. And if you’ve studied with him before, you already know exactly what we’re talking about! This is an opportunity you definitely don’t want to miss!
registration is now open
Bolokada Conde's Weekend Workshop
We are thrilled to announce a weekend drumming workshop with the renowned Master Drummer Bolokada Conde!
Join us for a transformative experience as Bolokada, a world-renowned djembefola from Guinea, West Africa, shares his expertise and deep knowledge of traditional West African drumming.
Workshop Details:
• Dates: Friday, June 6, 2025 – Sunday, June 8, 2025
• Location: Pour Into People Company, 1542 Taurus Ct., Loveland, CO 80537
• Cost:
o Full Weekend: $140
o Friday Night Only: $65
Schedule:
• Friday (Evening Only): 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (With a one hour lunch break.)
• Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
This immersive workshop will deepen your drumming skills, enhance your rhythm, and connect you to the rich traditions of West African music. All skill levels are encouraged to join.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced drummer, don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from one of the world’s most skilled drummers. Register today to secure your spot! We can’t wait to drum with you!
Additional Drumming Experiences:
• Saturday Evening:
Djoun Djoun/Dunun Class with composer, percussionist and musicologist, John Drace of Boulder, Colorado. In addition to his college degree(s), John expanded his drumming skills in West and Southern Africa for 20 years. He currently shares this skill and knowledge of African drumming through classes and performances in Boulder, Denver and Loveland, Colorado.
o Time: 7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
o Location: Pour Into People, 1542 Taurus Ct, Loveland, 80537
o Cost: $30
• *Sunday Afternoon: MORE Drumming with Bolokada Conde and dance with Youssof Koumbassa at Fort Collins African Drum and Dance Collective
o Drumming Class: 3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
o Percussive Dance Class: 4 :30 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
o Location: Beck’s Martial Arts, 2020 South College, Fort Collins, CO 80525
o Cost: Suggested minimum donation of $20
*Please note that classes with Fort Collins African Drum and Dance Collective will be separate from this event.
For more information and to register, please complete this Registration Form and follow these payment instructions:
How to Pay
How to Register:
1. Please complete the online registration form:
ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM: https://form.jotform.com/250163443732047
2. Pay via cash, check or online. Please see below for more details.
Checks/Cash:
- Give directly to Nancy Brauhn-Curnes
- Mail to Dee Desnoyers, PO Box 7153, Loveland, CO 80537
Online Payment:
Please refer to the links below. Select whether you are attending ALL weekend, or Friday ONLY.
Cancellation Policy:
Full refund up until May 6, 2025 , minus a $10 processing fee.
online payment
ALL WEEKEND
Friday Night ONLY
Friday Night ONLY
Friday night, Saturday all day & Sunday morning
Any Questions?
Please feel free to contact Dee and/or Nancy.
We are approaching capacity for this workshop.
Tell your friends to register ASAP!