Drum Brothers present high energy performances that celebrate a diverse mix of world instruments and sounds: West African djembe and dunun drums, Middle Eastern frame drums, Australian didgeridoo, close harmony vocals, acoustic and electric guitar, bass, and original arrangements and compositions. They’ve performed at numerous venues throughout the Northwest and Canada, have been a featured act at the Seattle World Percussion Festival, and have shared the stage with Ladysmith Black Mambazo. They've also been featured on the award winning PBS series, 11th and Grant with Eric Funk. Drum Brothers have been at the forefront of the American hand drumming movement since it began in the early 1990s. Over the years, they have offered numerous school and community rhythm classes, drum circles, and more recently, interactive team building events for organizations and community groups. The ensemble is comprised of brothers Matthew and Michael Marsolek, Tracy Topp, and brothers Nyon and Ravi Marsolek.

The Concert

Join us for a fun filled evening! Everyone is welcome! Food and drinks from Red Lodge Ales will be available for purchase at the event. 

Date: Saturday, August 16th
Time: 6:30 pm (doors 5:30)
Location: Red Lodge Ales Backyard Garden
Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Kids 12 and under free! 

Hand Drumming Workshop

Learn beginning rhythms and explore the techniques and polyrhythmic interplay of West African Drumming. Come experience the joy and power of community music-making! “If you have a heartbeat, you have rhythm!” Extra Drums will be available and everyone is welcome (children must be 10 or older).
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Date: Saturday, August 16th
Time: 10:30 am
Location: Red Lodge Ales Backyard Garden
Tickets: $30

West African Dance Class

With members of Drum Brothers providing the accompanying high-energy rhythms, Tracy Topp will teach West African dances in the Mande tradition of Mali and Guinea, West Africa. African dance is an earthy, grounded, and energetic dancing style that welcomes diverse body types and physical ability. Come experience the power and vitality of tribal community dance! Everyone is welcome (children must be 8 or older) and loose clothing is recommended

Date: Sunday, August 17th
Time: 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Location: Red Lodge School of Dance
Tickets: $25/adult, $10 for kids