events performances

 

From Solo African Drumming to full drum ensemble in Samba Caribbean, Middle-Eastern rhythms to our interactive Drum & Dance shows

Bookings: Email: info@beatfactormusic.com

Mobile: 0411 028 077

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Afro, Middle-Eastern & Samba Beats Performance

 

African & Samba Beats live performance presented by Beat Factor.

Beat Factor perform their own brand of African and Samba Beats as Beat Factor Solo, Duo and as Beat Factor Drum Group.

Come down, have some fun and join in the groove at our events.

Enjoy the sound of the African Drums and the infectious rhythms of the Samba beats.

Upcoming Events:

THE ANNEX-PERFORMANCES:

The Annex: Latin-Jazz and percussion performance

Saturday-9 December- 1.00pm to 2.00pm -Free

Rod will be performing some Latin-Jazz on the guitar, followed by an interactive drum workshop with participants who want to join in.

Drum Workshop Video 1:

Drum Workshop Video 2:

– https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/venues/the-annex

The Annex: Latin-Jazz performance and percussion workshop.

Bookings are free, book here to register.

Beat Factor Drum Workshops:

Weekly Drum Workshops- Point Cook

New Term- October to November

It’s refreshing, exhilarating and fun.

When: Thursdays from 5 October to 30 November

Where: Saltwater Community Centre- Room 1

Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm

Cost: $104 for 4 weeks – $30 casual session

Discounts: For two or more people or families please contact us directly.

info@beatfactormusic.com

 

River Festival Parade-Wyndham Park, Werribee-3.30pm to 4.00pm

Meet the big Platypus while Beat Factor performs some great energetic beats and infectious Samba rhythms. Come join in the fun. Lots of other acts before and after Beatfactor’s performance as well. 

River Festival runs from 12pm to 5pm- Sunday 24 September.

Local artists performing at the River Festival. Photo courtesy of Wyndham Star Weekly. (Digital edition)

 

 

River Festival Parade-Wyndham Park, Werribee-3.30pm to 4.00pm

Meet the big Platypus while Beat Factor performs some great energetic beats and infectious Samba rhythms. Come join in the fun. Lots of other acts before and after Beatfactor’s performance as well.

 

Live Performances Videos: Beat Factor Drum Group

Tarneit Night Market- June 2023

Beat Factor Drum Group

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Solo performance/workshop:

The Annex, Wyndham Arts & Culture Centre

2 September, 2023

Drum Workshop Video Link below:

Drum Workshop Video 1:

Drum Workshop Video 2:

 

APRIL 2023: AFRICAN FESTIVAL

POINT COOK TOWN CENTRE

 Drum group performance

for 2023.

  • Multicultural Festival- Luna New Year Festival
Saturday 4 February- Point Cook Town Centre

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Our first drum workshop for 2023.

Altona Library, 23 January 2023

School Holiday Program- ‘Play it Loud”

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Out & About Festival, Hobsons Bay

Saturday 17th September

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Mural Art Event Launch, Hobsons Bay, Seabrook shops – Saturday 6 August

Beat Factor Duo-Rod & Richard with Susan McIntyre-Councillor. Wyndham city

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Our recent corporate drum workshop at Emmanuel College, Point cook – July 29, 2022

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Paul’s College getting into the drumming spirit.

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Past Performances:

May 27- Altona Meadows Library

Friday May 27 from 3.30 pm to 4.30pm.

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The Beat Factor Drum Group performed at a special launch presented by Hobsons Bay City Council at the Altona Meadows Library. Guest speakers and lots of fun was had by all the  family, with refreshments, face paining and African and Brazilian drumming performance from us as usual.

Some highlights from the Event Launch below: 

 

 

 

May 29- Multicultural Event Festival

Point Cook Town Centre

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May 29-from 6.00pm to 6.30pm, followed by Fireworks in the evening. The Beat Factor Drum Group were invited to be part of this special combined event presented by Wyndham City Council at the Point Cook Town Centre. Lots of food, rides and fun for the family, live music and African and Brazilian drumming performance from us as usual.

Some highlights from the Festival below:

 

Beat Factor Solo: As a solo artist, Rod also performs as a soloist  as Beat Factor solo. He often combines electronics and loops with live percussion.

Beat Factor Solo: click on the link below for short live videos

 

Our Beat Factor drumming group are always looking for new participants to join our weekly classes in Point Cook and Saltwater.

If interested, Email: info@beatfactormusic.com

Past Performances: 2022

Point Cook Pop Up Park Performance

Entertaining our younger audience

12 March 2022:

12 February 2022:

Soho Village Performances:

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26 February 2022:

 

2021:

Images of March 2021 Performances

Soho Village Performances:

Holi Day celebrations

 

Drum & Dance

Beat Factor Drum Group & Astra Belly Dancers – FriYay Event – Point Cook Town Centre

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African Drumming

Werribee Pop UP Park

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Music Lessons in Drums, Bass & Guitar. 'Move to the Beat'