Mapathé Diop Workshop - Traditional Drumming of Senegal

Washington State Parks Folk & Traditional Arts Program and Arbutus Folk School are excited to host guest artists and Master Drummer Mapathé Diop for a free workshop to learn about and enjoy the traditional drumming of Senegal. Participants will learn about the importance of this musical tradition and enjoy performances as well as a chance to try playing the drums themselves!

Mapathé Diop is a Master Drummer from Dakar, Senegal, West Africa. Mapathé has drummed his entire life as part of a hereditary caste of griot entertainers among the Wolof people. He performs at traditional ceremonies, parties, concerts, and more across West Africa and the West Coast of the United States.

For inquires, please get in touch with Arbutus Folk School, email: info@arbutusfolkschool.org; phone: 360-350-0187.

All ages are welcome.