KoSA 25 VIRTUAL International Percussion Workshop (& Competition)

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16 Jun

The SCHEDULE:

The intensive workshop will consist of 20 hours of direct instruction “live” with our stellar faculty. 

4 hours per day of classes plus informal “hang outs” on Zoom in between classes for all to exchange ideas etc. 

The STYLES/TOPICS covered:

Rock drumset concepts
Jazz drumming techniques and concepts
Concepts in linear drumming
Brazilian rhythms
Cuban rhythms for percussion and drumset
Marching snare techniques and concepts
Music Business topics
Self-Promotion in the Real World
Technology , recording and garage band for drummers
Small Percussion concepts for drummers and percussionists
Drummer as profession …coaching sessions
New networking opportunities

IN ADDITION:

Friday, July 10th at 7 pm will the the Participants’ Concert and COMPETITION. Each participant is invited to perform a 2-4 minute live solo (or with tracks). The KoSA Faculty will serve as the jury and they will announce their decisions before the end of the workshop.  The winners will receive their prize shipped directly to them by the sponsors.

DID YOU KNOW?

KoSA offers transferable undergraduate and graduate credits.  All you have to do is pay for the credits and attend the program to receive your grade.

AND….

The workshop will have a prepared study program using materials from the artists’ books.  KoSA will also be publishing our annual magazine in downloadable PDF as well as other pertinent program PDFs on its website.

The KoSA 25 FACULTY INCLUDES:

1.John Riley (Miles Davis)

2.David Garibaldi ( Tower of Power)

3 Chester Thompson ( Phil Collins)

  1. Aldo Mazza( Répercussion)
  2. Mike Clark( Herbie Hancock)
  3. Marcus Santos ( Brazilian percussion)
  4. Paul Picard( Celine Dion Percussion)
  5. Dominic Messier( Celine Dion Drums)
  6. Allan Molnar( technology-Garage Band)
  7. Jim Norris( Canadian Musician)
  8. Rick Van Horn( former senior editor of Modern Drummer)
  9. Bill Bachman( Marching )
  10. Jim Riley(Rascal Flatts)

 

Plus special guests

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KoSA 24

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08 Apr

KoSA Cuba Festival Camp 2019

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18 Jul

The 18th edition of the KoSA Cuba Workshop: One week study program  and “Fiesta del Tambor” (Havana Rhythm and Dance Festival).

KoSA Music is proud to present its 18th edition of the KoSA Cuba Workshop and  Fiesta del Tambor( Havana Rhythm and Dance Festival) taking place in Havana. US legal travel possible . University credits available ( up to 3 from US University). Intense Hands-on classes, seminars, playing , excursions and attending the evening concerts of “la Fiesta del Tambor”

Course of Study:

The KoSA  Cuba Workshop is a one-week immersion of Cuban rhythms, music, and culture.  Daily classes are given on conga, bongo, timbales, drumset and other instruments  by some of Cuba’s top artists.  All instruments are supplied on site.  Included in the daily schedule are sessions by Cuban ethnomusicologists, visits to museums, religious ceremonies, local interaction  with Cuban musicians, playing sessions and nightly concerts which feature artists such as Chucho Valdes, Klimax, Los Papines, Los Munequitos de Matanzas and many more.

KoSA Cuba Faculty: Faculty includes such renowned artists as  Giraldo Piloto (Klimax), Yaroldy Abreu (Chucho Valdes), Adel Gonzales (Afro-Cuban All-Stars), Amadito Valdes(Buena Vista Social Club),Oliver Valdes (Sylvio Rodriguez), Rodney Barreto ( Chucho Valdes), Enrique Pla (Irakere), Panga and others. International guest artists include Antonio Sanchez , Nanny Assis, Manhattan Transfer members and others.

Contact: Aldo Mazza, Director. 1-800-541-8401 or 514-482-5554.

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KoSA 23

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13 Apr

Contact: Aldo Mazza, Director. 1-800-541-8401 or 514-482-5554.

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KoSA Cuba Festival Camp 2018

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24 Sep

The 17th edition of the KoSA Cuba Workshop: One week study program  and “Fiesta del Tambor” (Havana Rhythm and Dance Festival).

KoSA Music is proud to present its 17th edition of the KoSA Cuba Workshop and  Fiesta del Tambor( Havana Rhythm and Dance Festival) taking place in Havana. US legal travel possible . University credits available ( up to 3 from US University). Intense Hands-on classes, seminars, playing , excursions and attending the evening concerts of “la Fiesta del Tambor”

Course of Study:

The KoSA  Cuba Workshop is a one-week immersion of Cuban rhythms, music, and culture.  Daily classes are given on conga, bongo, timbales, drumset and other instruments  by some of Cuba’s top artists.  All instruments are supplied on site.  Included in the daily schedule are sessions by Cuban ethnomusicologists, visits to museums, religious ceremonies, local interaction  with Cuban musicians, playing sessions and nightly concerts which feature artists such as Chucho Valdes, Klimax, Los Papines, Los Munequitos de Matanzas and many more.

KoSA Cuba Faculty: Faculty includes such renowned artists as  Giraldo Piloto (Klimax), Yaroldy Abreu (Chucho Valdes), Adel Gonzales (Afro-Cuban All-Stars), Amadito Valdes(Buena Vista Social Club),Oliver Valdes (Sylvio Rodriguez), Rodney Barreto ( Chucho Valdes), Enrique Pla (Irakere), Panga and others. International guest artists include Antonio Sanchez , Nanny Assis, Manhattan Transfer members and others.

Contact: Aldo Mazza, Director. 1-800-541-8401 or 514-482-5554.

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Open House

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27 Aug

22nd Annual KoSA International Percussion Workshop & Drum Camp

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20 Mar

KoSA 22 finally in Montréal!

June 26 – July 1, 2017

Montréal-Canada:  The world renown drum camp The KoSA International Drum & Percussion Workshops founded by Aldo Mazza and his wife Dr. Jolán Kovács, is holding its 22nd edition in the beautiful province of Québec (Canada) on the magnificent island of Montréal.

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Choose a registration option below. We recommend secure online registration.

$USD Online Registration (pay securely online by credit card)
$CAD Online Registration (pay securely online by credit card)
Paper registration (pay by cheque)

 

Workshop Location:

KoSA will host the workshop at the KoSA Academy (2207 Beaconsfield Avenue) in the Notre- Dame-de-Grâce (NDG) borough of Montreal.  Conveniently situated, NDG is only  20-minutes from the International airport Pierre Elliott Trudeau(YUL) which is served by all major domestic and international carriers and all major rental car companies.

 

The Program:

ALL participants will receive professional instruction in the following areas:

  • Drumset (Funk, Jazz, Rock, Brazilian and Cuban)
  • Frame Drumming
  • African Drumming
  • Cuban Percussion
  • Classical Marimba
  • Hybrid Playing Concepts
  • Jam Sessions
  • Rhythm Section Labs
  • Special Guests

*  Please note that there is no need to sign up for a specific class.  All participants follow the same schedule carefully designed by the directors.

 

Cost of Program:

625$ US or 790$ CAN. Register using the buttons below.

A 50% non-refundable deposit must be given to reserve your place in the program.  Space is limited!  All final payments are due by June 9, 2017.

The program costs cover all daily classes, jam session and finale concert.  Please note! The program price does NOT include transportation, lodging and meals.

 

Recommended Accommodations:

All participants of the KoSA 22 program must arrange their own overnight lodgings.  KoSA highly recommends and has secured a special price arrangement at the Concordia University Grey Nuns Residence. The residence is ideally located to public transportation (bus and subway line) as well as Montréal’s vibrant night life.

Click here to book your room online and enter the code Kosa2017 take advantage of the special price and secure a guaranteed reservation.

If you prefer, you can call (514) 848-2424 ext. 8000 or email reservations@concordia.ca and mention the KoSA Drum and Percussion Workshops.

 

Registration, Payment, Cancellation Terms & Conditions:

All rates are per person. No refunds will be issued after the start of the event. No partial refunds will be issued for any workshop activities missed. All cancellations received before June 9th, 2017 will be refunded less 50% of the program cost.

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Choose a registration option below. We recommend secure online registration.

$USD Online Registration (pay securely online by credit card)
$CAD Online Registration (pay securely online by credit card)
Paper registration (pay by cheque)

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KoSA 22 finally in Montréal!

June 26 – July 1, 2017

Montréal-Canada:  The world renown drum camp The KoSA International Drum & Percussion Workshops founded by Aldo Mazza and his wife Dr. Jolán Kovács, is holding its 22nd edition in the beautiful province of Québec (Canada) on the magnificent island of Montréal.

Cuban Rhythms Workshop Ottawa

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