This Children's Event will explore American percussion rhythms with blues musical artist David Rojas in a hands-on workshop! Learn the diasporic roots of musical genres you may already know and rock out with us in the MCC Lounge. No previous music experience necessary, ages 5+ recommended.
Speaker Bio: Recognized by colleagues and friends as an established professional musician and dedicated director of music programs, David Rojas has developed an exceptional leadership profile founded on being a devoted advocate for music and creative arts. Mr. Rojas oversees the Turner Foundation’s Music & Imagination program (TFMI), a Santa Barbara-based nonprofit that provides a free out-of-school resource that actively engages young peoples’ imagination through music education. Along with his role as Director of TFMI, Mr. Rojas actively plays professionally as a guitarist and lead vocalist for one of Santa Barbara’s top blues bands called, Rent Party Blues. Lastly, Mr. Rojas currently serves on the board of The Santa Barbara Blues Society and assists with hosting community blues music events where he enjoys teaching the history of blues and its influence on America's popular music.
