Begin or continue your musical journey at the WOMEN’S DRUM CENTER (WDC). We offer weekly classes, monthly drum circles, and multiple workshops throughout the year focused on world percussion. Please review descriptions carefully when registering for guidelines on gender specific offerings. Are you an ensemble member? Pay for rehearsals here.
Follow your interests, find your drum style
WOMEN’S DRUM CENTER Weekly Studio Schedule
Sundays
10:30 - 11:30am: West African Level 1 Class
11:45 - 1:45pm: Djembe Diyamu Rehearsals
5 - 7pm: Taikollaborative Rehearsals
Mondays
6:30 - 8pm: Rhythm Connection Rehearsals
Tuesdays
5 - 6pm: Hand Drum for Beginners Class
6:30 - 8pm: Women Who Groove Rehearsals
Thursdays
6:30 - 8:30pm: drumHeart Rehearsals
Weekly Classes
West African Level I
SUNDAYS
10:30 - 11:30 am
Instructor: Dan Engebretson
West African Drumming Level I is an advanced beginner-level class structured to teach basic rhythms and techniques while building confidence and understanding of the music. This class satisfies the prerequisite for rehearsal tryouts for Djembe Diyamu.
Level: Advanced Beginner
Prerequisite: Drumming experience is recommended; drums are provided.
Cost: $15 per participant / per class
Open to people of all gender identities, 16+ years of age.
Hand Drum for Beginners
TUESDAYS
5:00 - 6:00 pm
Instructor: Bettie Seitzer
Even if you have absolutely no musical experience, you will be playing a song at the end of the very first class! Hand Drum for Beginners is a class designed to get you started comfortably with the most accessible instruments in the world. We want you to experience the fun of making music in a group without having to spend months or years struggling to master a difficult instrument. Over time, you will build skills and confidence while having a lot of fun in a nurturing environment.
Level: Beginner
Prerequisite: No drumming experience is necessary; drums are provided.
Cost: $15 per participant / per class
Open to women and marginalized gender identities, 16+ years of age.
Drum Circles
Drum circles are a great way to gather in community, connect through rhythm, and celebrate unity in spirit. Each month offers the opportunity to play and experience a different drum. Walk-ins are welcome unless specified by the instructor due to instrument availability. Please check the calendar for details or click on the date below to register directly for the drum circle you would like to attend. We look forward to drumming with you!
Time: 6:30 - 8pm
Level: All are welcome!
Prerequisite: No drumming experience is required; drums are provided.
Cost: $15 per participant / per drum circle
Open to people of all gender identities, 16+ years of age.
3rd Friday of the Month
Workshops + more!
October
16th: Taiko Drum Circle
23rd: Washboard Workshop
28th: Explore Indigenous Drumming from Honduras
November (gtmd events!)
14th: Singing with the Beat of Your Drum
19th: Drum It Up with dH!
20th: West African Drum Circle
21st: Fusion Drum Circle
December
18th: Winter Solstice Drum Circle
Click the calendar thumbnail to learn more and register.
“Give to the Max Day” WDC Events
Give to the Max Day is Minnesota’s biggest day of giving—a celebration of generosity that supports thousands of nonprofits statewide. Mark your calendars! The WOMEN’S DRUM CENTER is participating with three unique drumming events. You can support the drum center by attending any or all of these events, by donating directly to the WDC on our website, or by donating through the GiveMN platform. Early giving begins November 1st.
Please check the calendar for details or click on the button below to register directly for the event you would like to attend. We look forward to seeing you!
A group of participants enjoying the 2026 bucket workshop at the WDC studio.