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This ticket purchases both Dance & Drum Workshops
SUNDAY 19TH JULY 2026 2pm-4.15pm
THE GOODS SHED
21 Kennedy St, Castlemaine, 3450 Vic Aus
DANCE Workshop:
Experience the vibrant heartbeat of West Africa in a Dance Workshop led by Guinean Master Aboubacar Camara:
A 75 minute dance workshop invites participants to connect with rhythmic expression, technique, grounded movement and the joyful energy of Guinean music and dance.
World renowned for his profound knowledge of traditional dance and rhythms, with a rich family lineage in dance, Aboubacar is dedicated to preserving and sharing the traditions of his heritage through a pedagogical approach that blends discipline, joy and deep cultural understanding.
For many years he has served as lead dancer, teacher, choreographer and assistant artistic director of Merveille de Guinée, Guinea’s first private ballet company, contributing to the transmission and evolution of Guinean cultural performance both nationally and internationally.
Open to all levels this is a unique and uplifting opportunity to learn from a Guinean Master of dance, and to move and feel the power of rhythm in community.
Limited Places!
DRUM Workshop 3.15pm-4.15pm
Connect through the rich traditions of West African drumming in a Workshop led by a Guinean Master Mohamed Camara:
This 60-minute workshop invites participants to connect with the rich rhythms and traditions of West African drumming. Through hands-on instruction, you'll explore foundational techniques, dynamic rhythms, ensemble playing, and the powerful energy of Guinean music. Whether you're new to drumming or have previous experience, this engaging session offers a joyful and immersive introduction to the musical heritage of Guinea.
Mohamed Camara is a highly sought-after performer and Guinean music educator based in Melbourne. He was born into the Manding culture in Guinea Conakry, West Africa, whose rich and vibrant musical tradition has been a life-long passion. As a child he was apprenticed to internationally renowned Guinean master drummer Ton Ton Sylla, where he studied djembe, dun duns, and song.
“These classes are an absolute priority and my life line. We have such a wonderful group and we love Mohamed’s stories that accompany his instructions and it’s just so much fun. Thank you, thank you and thank you again for offering these classes.”
Limited Places!
By purchasing a ticket, you agree this workshop is for personal learning only and must not be recorded, taught, reproduced, shared on social media, or used for any instructional, professional, or commercial purpose, in respect of the choreographic and intellectual property of the Artist & Guinean West African cultural tradition
This ticket purchases both Dance & Drum Workshops
SUNDAY 19TH JULY 2026 2pm-4.15pm
THE GOODS SHED
21 Kennedy St, Castlemaine, 3450 Vic Aus
DANCE Workshop:
Experience the vibrant heartbeat of West Africa in a Dance Workshop led by Guinean Master Aboubacar Camara:
A 75 minute dance workshop invites participants to connect with rhythmic expression, technique, grounded movement and the joyful energy of Guinean music and dance.
World renowned for his profound knowledge of traditional dance and rhythms, with a rich family lineage in dance, Aboubacar is dedicated to preserving and sharing the traditions of his heritage through a pedagogical approach that blends discipline, joy and deep cultural understanding.
For many years he has served as lead dancer, teacher, choreographer and assistant artistic director of Merveille de Guinée, Guinea’s first private ballet company, contributing to the transmission and evolution of Guinean cultural performance both nationally and internationally.
Open to all levels this is a unique and uplifting opportunity to learn from a Guinean Master of dance, and to move and feel the power of rhythm in community.
Limited Places!
DRUM Workshop 3.15pm-4.15pm
Connect through the rich traditions of West African drumming in a Workshop led by a Guinean Master Mohamed Camara:
This 60-minute workshop invites participants to connect with the rich rhythms and traditions of West African drumming. Through hands-on instruction, you'll explore foundational techniques, dynamic rhythms, ensemble playing, and the powerful energy of Guinean music. Whether you're new to drumming or have previous experience, this engaging session offers a joyful and immersive introduction to the musical heritage of Guinea.
Mohamed Camara is a highly sought-after performer and Guinean music educator based in Melbourne. He was born into the Manding culture in Guinea Conakry, West Africa, whose rich and vibrant musical tradition has been a life-long passion. As a child he was apprenticed to internationally renowned Guinean master drummer Ton Ton Sylla, where he studied djembe, dun duns, and song.
“These classes are an absolute priority and my life line. We have such a wonderful group and we love Mohamed’s stories that accompany his instructions and it’s just so much fun. Thank you, thank you and thank you again for offering these classes.”
Limited Places!
By purchasing a ticket, you agree this workshop is for personal learning only and must not be recorded, taught, reproduced, shared on social media, or used for any instructional, professional, or commercial purpose, in respect of the choreographic and intellectual property of the Artist & Guinean West African cultural tradition