Drummers: Rhythm Lab
National accessArts Centre
Days: Wednesdays, 1 – 3pm
Dates: July 16 – 30, 2025
Location: National accessArts Centre (8038 Fairmount Drive SE)
Cost: $90
NaAC is Canada’s first multidisciplinary disability arts organization, providing training, creation and presentation opportunities for artists with disabilities. Our Performing Arts Department fosters creativity, skill development and artistic exploration across various disciplines. Faculty members play a crucial role in mentoring artists and shaping inclusive artistic experiences.
This 3-week summer program introduces artists to rhythm and timing through engaging, hands-on drumming sessions using drum pads and percussion instruments. The focus is on helping participants develop a strong sense of tempo, rhythm, coordination, and group musical interaction in a supportive, accessible environment.
Each session will explore foundational rhythmic patterns, tempo control, call-and-response drumming, and collaborative groove-making. Artists will have the opportunity to build confidence in their timing and enjoy the shared experience of creating rhythms together.
You will enjoy this class if you like making beats, want to strengthen your rhythm skills, or enjoy creating music in a fun and social setting.
For more information and to register visit Drummers: Rhythm Lab – National accessArts Centre.
About the instructor
SJ Obatusin is a musician, producer, and audio engineer with a deep passion for fostering creativity through music and sound. With over 15 years of experience in music production, recording, and composition, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the NaAC’s music programming, aiming to introduce artists to the world of digital audio, production, and sound design. SJ has experience teaching and leading workshops with artists of all skill levels. He believes in adapting his teaching methods to meet the needs of each participant, ensuring accessibility and engagement. His goal is to create a welcoming environment where artists feel empowered to explore sound, experiment with new ideas and express themselves through music.
