La Bottega delle Percussioni

Our mission is finalized by the human and spiritual education about oneself with music.
Our methods of teaching varies according to the schemes of the tutor, the type of instrument being taught, the type of course , the age of the students and their level of competence .
Practical teaching and learning are both applied based on the orality and the elements of musical notation . Our aim and objective is to improve the significance of each and everyone's expression through creativity, music , dance , and vocals
Have you ever asked why the music school is called ''Bottega'' ?
We believe in Handmade creativity which is one of our strong suit and its entrusted into the artistic hands of the main founder of our association , Santo Vitale
During his workshops , the life of any percussionist charges up the soul to 360°, from the creation of the instruments to sound techniques .
The creation of an Instrument : The individual first has to subject himself in finding recyclable materials and with his own inspiration or following the guidelines of the tutor create an instrument to play .
We will put into play creativity , inspiration , talent , manual skills and methods .
The sound techniques : The maestro in the name of Vitale is specialized in African Music , and orally transmits songs and rhythms alloyed with the traditions of West Africa . His techniques is to facilitate the drum circle and with his body expressions , he's able to create a symphonic orchestra with a group of non musicians unknown to each other . With his quality as a drum circle director he empathizes with the group and helps transform the energy of every individual in the group into a positive energy , he teaches through mind games the significance of being part of a group , in a circle where unity is essential to realize ones support to the other in a team. Influential factors would be displayed like leadership, team building , the acknowledgment of ones time , self limit and the self desire to overcome them , the pleasure in silence and listening, in order to discover the harmonies in oneself and that of the group.
We have an overall number of ten tutors in our school which includes Salvo Compagno and Daniele Schimmenti , multipurpose tutors employed in institutional schools and in various universities . The head office of our association is situated in Via Cortile del Fosso 7 .- Palermo . More information on our website www.labottegadellepercussioni.it and www.drumcircle.it