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Fremantle Festival 2010
WHO ARE THE BASSONOVAS?
The Bassonovas are a Bassendean based Brazilian Samba group who are entering their 4th year of existance since starting their exciting journey in Feb 07! They were initially established by the Town of Bassendean, with help frpm Samba Guru - Richy Glasgow and current Musical Director Maria Daniels. Over those few short years, they have grown from strength to strength in membership, music, costumes and they are making a mark in the Perth Samba scene! They're sure to be in an area near you! Just listen out for those funky, samba beats!
East Perth Campus 2011
WHAT DO THEY DO?
GIGS: The Bassonovas are a loud funky Brazilian Percussion Band, playing infectious party rhythms from Brazil! They dress up in loud colourful Rio carnival costumes and perform at your function to get your party started! Their performance is similar to the Rio Carnival scene in Brazil, but on a much smaller scale! Gigs can vary from 30 mins to 1 hour (depending on circumstances) and each gig will be quoted independantly!
PERCUSSION WORKSHOPS: Percussion workshops are also available to anyone from the ages of 10-75. Workshops last from 60 to 90 minutes and cater for up to 40 people! The best thing is, absolutley NO EXPERIENCE is needed and they supply all the instruments! Drumming sessions are simple and easy to follow! After just 1 hour, you'll be creating a fantastic orchestra funky samba rhythms!
Music and drumming is very therapeutic! It's an ideal stress relief! All of the above is available for schools, companies, community events, festivals and the general public. Why not give them a call?
PARTY!!! Pride Parade 2010
WHEN AND WHERE DO THEY REHEARSE?
The Bassonovas rehearse in Bassendean (otherwise known as Basso for short) hence the reason where they got their name! 'Basso' is short for Bassendean and 'Novas' means rhythms.... Put them together and you get the Bassonovas! Naturally they get called the Bossanovas (and the Bossanova is a traditional Brazilian style of music from the 60's) but they don't mind... So long as they are remembered! :o)
Session times are between 7.15pm and 9.15pm on a Thursday night during school terms (approx 9-10 weeks!)
Check the Term details below and give it a try? NOTE: All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
The venue is at the Bassendean Community Hall 48 Old Perth Road, Bassnedean (walking distance from Bassendean Train Station.) The hall is entered from the back of the building - opposite the tennis courts. People who have come along have just enjoyed the experience and performing at gigs is a total bonus and a large part of the fun, but is not compulsory, however - but it would be a shame for you to miss out!!
The Bassonovas are always looking for new members!
Check below for details for enrollments!
HOW DO I JOIN?
Well joining is really easy and most importantly, you don't have to be a Bassendean resident to join!
The Bassonovas operate as part of the Town of Bassendean's Leisure Courses and all you have to do is contact the Bassendean Leisure Course Services on 9 377 8000 Or 9 377 8051 for details!
A small enrollment Term fee is applicable and this helps cover some of the running costs of the group!
Enrolments are accepted at ANY time and late applications can be protared upon the Town's approval.
If you're still not sure... why not try your first lesson for free? They'd love to see you there!
TERM DETAILS...
This is always advertised on the Town of Bassendean's website: http://www.bassendean.wa.gov.au/
Or, keep check of our website for all the updates! Term 1 2012 starts on Thurs 9th Feb! NOTE: Temporarily, we will be rehearsing at the Seniors Hall - Corner of Old Perth Road and James St Bassendean, for the whole of March. Remember - you CAN join at ANY time and the course is usually 9 or 10 weeks - with 4 terms a year!
Why wait? Register NOW!
THE MUSICAL DIRECTOR?
The Musical Director for the Bassonovas is Maria Daniels - who has 11 years experience in Samba percussion, Band Management and Bookings. Maria is also been a Musician, guitarist and bass player since the age of 13 and performed at many gigs in London, Perth and Melbourne.
TESTIMONIALS?
Indeed they do! Read below from Jacqui Otago the Cultural Development Officer from the Town of Bassendean: 'Having been associated with the Bassonovas since their inception, this samba drumming group from Bassendean just keep on getting better and better! The Bassonovas put their heart and soul into everything they do. Their music is full of exuberance and energy, and they always look fantastic in their bright and colourful costumes, which adds to the excitement of their performance. The Bassonovas have performed at many of the Town of Bassendean's public events including the Australia Day Celebrations 2007, the Multicultural Food Festival & Fireworks 2007, NAIDOC 2007 & 2008 and they will be performing as part of the Bassendean Planet Earth Festival in Dec 08. As the Cultural Development Officer for the Town I have no hesitation in recommending the Bassonovas for any workshop or event to spice up festivities!' Jacqui Otago - Cultural Development Officer, Town of Bassendean 22/09/2008.
Maylands Street Fest 2010
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Community drumming is therapeutic and fun! 