Welcome to the OVM Website
We’ve been running residential courses in Cuban & Brazilian percussion since 1996
We are firmly established as one of the UK’s main providers of quality education & training
Here’s a quick overview of some of the courses we’ve got coming up in 2025. Click on the links for more details.
CAMP IROKO 2025
Dates: 6th – 10th August 2025
Come and enjoy a feast of drumming and singing located in the Hertfordshire countryside. Our base is an Activity Centre in Wymondley Woods and adjacent is a 20-acre conservation area with mature woods, stream, pond and grassland.
We’ll be covering a range of Afrocuban music, from Bata, Bembe, Guiro, Iyesa, Congo & Rumba plus songs.
There are separate classes for each level and some classes for all levels. There’ll be workshop sessions on Wednesday evening, all day Thursday, Friday & Saturday and on Sunday morning & afternoon.
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BRASIL DE TODOS OS RITMOS WEEKENDER 2025
Dates: 14th – 17th August 2025
An unforgettable weekend of Brazilian rhythms and songs set in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside. Immerse yourself in the sounds from the streets and clubs of Brazils effervescent carnival scene. Be inspired and challenged by the vast array of powerful folkloric rhythms from the Candomblé traditions.
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Are you looking to improve your percussion skills?…..
No matter if you are a beginner, have some experience or are an advanced player.
We are passionate to help you to move on to the next level.
We offer courses and e-learning resources that can make a real difference to your playing..
Read some testimonies from past students
“Very impressed with Raz’s teaching skills, particularly his attention to detail with each group. I felt he spent enough time with each individual section. Also, his manner was very pleasant and it felt very relaxed – despite learning some new and more complex rhythms he made it seem quite easy somehow.” Sambadoc, Pembroke
Quick Links to OVM courses coming up
Have a look at the list below to see if there’s a study opportunity for your level coming up soon.
