Finger Family -
Musical instruments
DIY workshop for families

Workshop

21/9｜Saturday｜14:00-15:30 (Cajon)
16:00-17:30 (Rainstick)
22/9｜Sunday｜14:00-15:30 (Kalimba)
16:00-17:00 (Final ensemble)
    Macao Cultural Center 2^nd Floor Rehearsal Room    

 

Cajon, kalimba, and rainstick: it's really quite easy to create these instruments from Africa and South America. As long as you are willing to put in a little effort, you can create your own unique instruments and make music together with your fellow mates!

In the first session of the workshop, both adults and children will experience first-hand in making these instruments and decorating them. They will also explore the principles of sound production of the instruments during the process. In the second session, the children will play their instruments together in an ensemble. Join this workshop that blends rhythms with fun!

Target Participants: Children aged 5 to 8 years old, must be accompanied by one parent
Number of  participants: 10 parent-child pairs (each class)
Fee: Mop 100 (2 sessions in total)
Venue: Macao Cultural Center 2^nd Floor Rehearsal Room
Language: Cantonese

The deadline for registration is 5 September and applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Accepted applicants will be notified to submit the fee at any of the Macau Ticketing Network within a specified period.

All participants must attend a course with a total of two sessions. Participants may select one type of instrument during registration (one of out three), and learn how to make it in the first session. In the second session, they will be performing on their self-made instruments, as an ensemble.
 

Instructor: KOU UT WAI
A member and trainee counselor of the Hong Kong Professional Counseling Association Ltd, Kou has rich experience in organizing musical classes. In recent years, he has been actively promoting the cajon in Macao, and has used the instrument in special education and community events.