Rhythmic Adaption is a method that I have employed since 1992 while working with New School University Jazz and Contemporary music students. It focuses on personal musicianship, ensemble performance, posture, balance and rejuvenation.

Each culture has an historic drum that connects its oldest folk traditions and music to a source greater than the individual. Striking, vibration, and rhythm allow many feelings to pass, some for dance, and some for trance, and some for both dance and trance.

Educational Workshops

Sydney Improvised Music Association
Harvard University, History of Jazz
Carver Cultural Center San Antonio TX
New School University
The Graham Windham Agency, Harlem New York

Music in Public Schools

Musart Brooklyn
Elisabeth Irwin High School
Mickey Davidson

2010
January - May
Private Lessons - Wesleyan University

February 27 Private Lessons Tokyo at Canopus Drums Factory
March 3 Private Lessons Nagoya at J'z Studio

April 6-8
Tufts University Music Department Residency
Rhythmic Adaption Workshop
Tufts University Big Band plays the Music of Pheeroan akLaff
Pheeroan akLaff Ensemble Performance