EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
2026-03-26 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-09 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-23 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-30 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-05-07 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-05-21 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-05-28 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | Levine Music (Silver Spring campus), 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band.
EducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups, such as Carmelitas, Céu na Terra, Cacique de Ramos, Orquestra Voadora, Prata Preta, and Tá Pirando. Classes are also taught by Levine faculty member Christopher Payne, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion, orchestral percussion, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres.
EducArte at Levine welcomes all levels, from beginners to advanced, semi-professionals, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to.
Please see our online bateria demonstration videos here.

Registration
Semester tuition and drop-in classes are available.
Questions about payments or registration? Contact Levine student services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686-8000.

EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
2026-07-02 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-15 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-22 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-30 18:30 - 20:00
Spend your summer immersed in the powerful, collective groove of Brazilian carnival with EducArte’s bateria drumming class for adults, presented in partnership with Levine Music at its Silver Spring campus. In this weekly session, you will learn the high-energy samba percussion rhythms that drive Rio-style street parades, with a focus on solid technique, ensemble playing, and musicality.
Classes meet at Levine Music’s Silver Spring campus (900 Wayne Ave, 2nd floor, Silver Spring, MD 20910) on the following dates:

Thursday, July 2
Thursday, July 9
Wednesday, July 15
Wednesday, July 22
Thursday, July 30

All classes run from 6:30-8:00 p.m. All sessions are drop-in at a $25 rate, giving you flexibility to join when you can while still experiencing the energy of a live samba ensemble.
You’ll get hands-on experience with key bateria instruments such as surdo, caixa, tamborim, repique, and more, rotating through different parts of the ensemble as you build confidence in timing, feel, and coordination. All instruments are provided, so you can simply show up, explore, and play—no need to bring your own gear.
This class is designed for adult learners of all backgrounds: complete beginners, hobbyists, seasoned musicians, semi-professionals, and music educators looking to expand their rhythmic toolkit. No experience is necessary, and our instructors will meet you where you are, balancing clear, structured instruction with the fun and energy of group music-making. Over the course of the summer, the group will prepare one performance opportunity, giving participants the option to share their new skills with the community.
The class is taught by Hugo Vásquez, a samba percussionist from Santiago, Chile, who has studied and performed with various samba schools in Rio de Janeiro and directed the percussion sections of multiple samba and samba-enredo groups, including nearly a decade as director of the bateria of GRES Alegria de Barcelona (Spain). Co-instructor Pablo de Oliveira is an experienced Brazilian cavaquinho player, percussionist, and ensemble leader who specializes in authentic samba style and collaborative group work, helping adult students feel comfortable, energized, and musically challenged in a supportive environment. Together, Hugo and Pablo create a welcoming space where adults can de-stress, connect with others, and experience the joy of playing samba in a live ensemble
DROP-INS ONLY ($25). Please pay for class when you arrive at Levine Music.
Questions about payments or registration? Contact Levine student services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686-8000.

EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
2026-09-10 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-09-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-09-24 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-01 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-08 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-15 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-22 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-29 19:30 - 21:00 and 5 more dates
Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band.
EducArte at Levine welcomes all levels, from beginners to advanced, semi-professionals, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to.
About our instructors
EducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups, such as Carmelitas, Céu na Terra, Cacique de Ramos, Orquestra Voadora, Prata Preta, and Tá Pirando.
Classes are also taught by assistant instructor and Levine faculty member Christopher Payne, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion, orchestral percussion, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres.
Classes are also supported by Hugo Vásquez, a samba percussionist from Santiago, Chile, who has studied and performed with various samba schools in Rio de Janeiro. He has directed the percussion sections of various samba and samba-enredo groups, and served for nearly a decade as the director of the bateria of GRES Alegria de Barcelona (Spain).
Please see our online bateria demonstration videos here.

Registration
Semester tuition ($269 for 13 classes) and drop-in classes ($25/each) are available.
Register now
Questions about payments or registration? Contact Levine Student Services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686.8000.

EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
2027-01-07 19:30 - 21:00, 2027-01-14 19:30 - 21:00, 2027-01-21 19:30 - 21:00
Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band.
EducArte at Levine welcomes all levels, from beginners to advanced, semi-professionals, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to.
About our instructors
EducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups, such as Carmelitas, Céu na Terra, Cacique de Ramos, Orquestra Voadora, Prata Preta, and Tá Pirando.
Classes are also taught by assistant instructor and Levine faculty member Christopher Payne, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion, orchestral percussion, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres.
Classes are also supported by Hugo Vásquez, a samba percussionist from Santiago, Chile, who has studied and performed with various samba schools in Rio de Janeiro. He has directed the percussion sections of various samba and samba-enredo groups, and served for nearly a decade as the director of the bateria of GRES Alegria de Barcelona (Spain).
Please see our online bateria demonstration videos here.

Registration
Semester tuition ($414 for 20 classes) and drop-in classes ($25/each) are available.
Register now
Questions about payments or registration? Contact Levine Student Services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686.8000.
