DRUMMING KINSHIP
April 12 - 17
Anika Nilles
Claus Hessler
Camille Bigeault
Back in 2021 Anika Nilles visited Limusic Studio for our very first drum workshop and we are excited to see her return in 2023. This time she will be accompanied by Claus Hessler and the two will bring their famous Drumming Kinship workshop to France.
To top it all off, Camille Bigeault will be joining us for two days making this a truly unique event.
DRUMMING KINSHIP comes to France!
Claus
A master student of the late great Jim Chapin and Dom Famularo has the musical mind to use his
technical abilities in the most melodic ways, mastering both: Performing and teaching likewise.
Anika
As a former master student of Claus, Anika created a unique style of playing on her own, merging her drumming ideas with a strong sense for musicality. She appears to be one of the most influential modern drumset artists of the 21st century.

DRUMMING KINSHIP
comes to France!
Claus
A master student of the late great Jim Chapin and Dom Famularo has the musical mind to use his
technical abilities in the most melodic ways, mastering both: Performing and teaching likewise.
Anika
As a former master student of Claus, Anika created a unique style of playing on her own, merging her drumming ideas with a strong sense for musicality. She appears to be one of the most influential modern drumset artists of the 21st century.
Would you like to know more what made both the drummers they are?
With DRUMMING KINSHIP you will learn about the common conceptual ground between Anika and Claus, be exposed to their methods and teachings and ultimately learn how to streamline your own path in music and drumming.

Special guest for 2 days:
Camille
Camille found her passion in progressive Jazz, Rock, and Fusion where she is laying down her very unique grooves. She gained international attention for her mastery of melodic polyrhythm concepts through numerous appearances both in band settings and drum events and just released her first educational method THE POLYRHYTHM ODYSSEY with Hudson Music.
The concept
DRUMMING KINSHIP is about a relaxed “hands-on” personal atmosphere; it is all about learning, improving, and enjoying the fun of music. Have a look behind the scenes with performing and practicing routines of Anika, Camille, and Claus. Understand their strategies and learn how to apply them to your level, your settings, your skills.
The form
- Masterclasses with Anika, Camille or Claus
- 1:1 lessons with Anika, Camille or Claus
- Warm up sessions with all participants
- Special studio session: Learn how to prepare and master a recording session
The add-ons
- Educational booklet for all participants
- Jam session with everyone
- Listening session with all participants
- Q&A session
Your stay
- Accommodation directly on the studio site (two bed rooms)
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared by our private chef
- Be inspired by the beautiful studio premises and the French countryside
The venue
Find your home from home at Limusic Studio in southern France!
The studio is located on a former vinery and hosts several control rooms, recording spaces and apartments for our guests.
We like to make sure that our guests can focus solely on music. Therefore accommodation on site is included as well as full catering, prepared freshly by our private chef.
Get your ticket!
10% discount extended!
DRUMMING KINSHIP
Regular Ticket-
4 days full of masterclasses, sessions and music. Be inspired by Anika, Camille and Claus
-
1on1 lesson with Anika, Claus or Camille (30 minutes)
-
Full accommodation in double bedrooms, directly on site
-
Catering (breakfast, lunch, dinner) prepared by our private chef
-
DRUMMING KINSHIP
Gold Ticket (limited to 3 tickets)-
Additionally included:
-
Professional studio recording of one track (audio and video), mixed master track and individual stems
-
A second 1on1 lesson with Anika, Claus or Camille (30 minutes)
-
One month free of charge at openmindeddrumming.com
-
Goodie bag including signature sticks, book and more





FAQs
Select your ticket and click on ‘Sign up’
We will send you an application form and a summary of all the relevant information.
Transfer the payment to our bank account. You will find the IBAN on the application form.
As soon as we receive the money we will send you a conformation.
April 12 – April 17
The event begins on April 12 in the evening. We will start things off with a welcome dinner at 20:00. Arrival is possible from the afternoon.
The next four days are all about masterclasses, private lessons, listening sessions and much more.
April 17 marks the last day. After breakfast it is time to say goodbye.
Limusic Studio
Domaine de Bourigeols
11300, Limoux
France
The studio is located at the outskirts of the small French village Limoux. Google Maps “knows” Limusic and works perfectly. With other providers like Apple Maps please use coordinates:
43.068066,2.2035427,17
After arriving at the destination you will find an open gate. To the right of the gate there is a sign “Domaine de Bourigeols”. Follow the way up to the top of the hill where you will find a parking space.
If you travel by train or plane, here is a list of the closest destinations:
The closest airport is Carcassonne, which is operated by Ryan Air.
From the airport you can take a shuttle bus to Carcassonne train station. A regional train can bring you to Limoux Flassian where we can pick you up.
Airport Toulouse is the biggest airport in the region. To get from the airport to the studio you can take a train via Carcassonne to Limoux Flassian.
If desired we can offer a shuttle service from and to airports and train stations. Please request those in the application form.
Limoux Flassian / Limoux main station
Free of charge
Carcassonne Airport / Train station
70,00€
Toulouse Airport / Train station
120,00€
Included in the ticket price is accommodation in double bedrooms and apartments which are located directly on the studio site. Towels, lotion and shampoo are provided.
During your stay our professional chef will take care of you. All meals will be prepared with fresh and regional ingredients directly on site. Coffee, tee, water and fruit juice are included. Coke, beer, wine and cremant can be purchased on site.
After a welcome dinner on the first evening (20:00) there will be three meals per day.
08:30 – 09:30 Breakfast
13:30 – 15:00 Lunch
19:00 – 20:30 Dinner
On the last day, breakfast will be provided.
We can take care of vegetarian or vegan diets as well as allergies. Please fill in the corresponding field in the application form.
Sticks, hearing protection, practice pad and if possible a snare stand
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DRUMMING KINSHIP comes to France
April 12 - 17
Claus
A master student of the late great Jim Chapin and Dom Famularo has the musical mind to use his
technical abilities in the most melodic ways, mastering both: Performing and teaching likewise.
Anika
As a former master student of Claus, Anika created a unique style of playing on her own, merging her drumming ideas with a strong sense for musicality. She appears to be one of the most influential modern drumset artists of the 21st century.
Would you like to know more what made both the drummers they are?
With DRUMMING KINSHIP you will learn about the common conceptual ground between Anika and Claus, be exposed to their methods and teachings and ultimately learn how to streamline your own path in music and drumming.
Special guest for 2 days:
Camille
Camille found her passion in progressive Jazz, Rock, and Fusion where she is laying down her very unique grooves. She gained international attention for her mastery of melodic polyrhythm concepts through numerous appearances both in band settings and drum events and just released her first educational method THE POLYRHYTHM ODYSSEY with Hudson Music.
The schedule
DRUMMING KINSHIP is about a relaxed “hands-on” personal atmosphere; it is all about learning, improving, and enjoying the fun of music. Have a look behind the scenes with performing and practicing routines of Anika, Camille, and Claus. Understand their strategies and learn how to apply them to your level, your settings, your skills.
Masterclasses with Anika, Camille or Claus
1:1 lessons with Anika, Camille or Claus
Warm up sessions with all participants
Special studio session: Learn how to prepare and master a recording session
Educational booklet for all participants
Jam session with everyone
Listening session with all participants
Q&A session
Accommodation directly on the studio site (two bed rooms)
Breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared by our private chef
Be inspired by the beautiful studio premises and the French countryside
The venue
Find your home from home at Limusic Studio in southern France!
The studio is located on a former vinery and hosts several control rooms, recording spaces and apartments for our guests.
We like to make sure that our guests can focus solely on music. Therefore accommodation on site is included as well as full catering, prepared freshly by our private chef.
10% discount prolonged!
DRUMMING KINSHIP
Regular Ticket-
4 days full of masterclasses, sessions and music. Be inspired by Anika, Camille and Claus
-
1on1 lesson with Anika, Claus or Camille (30 minutes)
-
Full accommodation in a double bedroom, directly on site
-
Catering (breakfast, lunch, dinner) prepared by our private chef
DRUMMING KINSHIP
Gold Ticket (limited to 3 tickets)-
Additionally included:
-
Professional studio recording of one track (audio and video), mixed master track and individual stems
-
A second 1on1 lesson with Anika, Claus or Camille (30 minutes)
-
One month free of charge at openmindeddrumming.com
-
Goodie bag including signature sticks, book and more
FAQs
Select your ticket and click on ‘Sign up’
We will send you an application form and a summary of all the relevant information.
Transfer to payment to our bank account. You will find the IBAN on the application form.
As soon as we receive the money we will send a conformation.
April 12 – April 17
The event begins on April 12 in the evening. We will start things off with a welcoming dinner at 20:00. Arrival is possible from the afternoon.
The next four days consist of masterclasses, private lessons, listening sessions and much more.
April 17 marks the last day. After breakfast it is time to say goodbye.
Limusic Studio
Domaine de Bourigeols
11300, Limoux
France
The studio is located at the outskirts of the small French village Limoux. Google Maps “knows” Limusic and works perfectly. With other providers like Apple Maps please use coordinates:
43.068066,2.2035427,17
After arriving at the destination you will find an open gate. To the right there is a sign “Domaine de Bourigeols”. Follow the way up to the top of the hill where you will find a parking space.
If you travel by train or plane, here is a list of the closest destinations:
The closest airport is Carcassonne, which is operated by Ryan Air.
From the airport you can take a shuttle bus to Carcassonne train station. A regional train can bring you to Limoux Flassian where we can pick you up.
Airport Toulouse is the biggest airport in the region. To get from the airport to Limoux you can take a train via Carcassonne to Limoux Flassian.
If desired we can offer a shuttle service from and to airports and train stations. Please request those in the application form.
Limoux Flassian / Limoux main station
Free of charge
Carcassonne Airport / Train station
70,00€
Toulouse Airport / Train station
120,00€
Included in the ticket price is accommodation in double bedrooms and apartments which are located directly on the studio site. Towels, lotion and shampoo are provided.
During your stay our professional chef will take care of you. All meals will be prepared with fresh and regional ingredients directly on site. Coffee, tee, water and fruit juice are included. Coke, beer, wine and cremant can be purchased locally.
After a welcome dinner on the first evening (20:00) there will be three meals per day.
08:30 – 09:30 Breakfast
13:30 – 15:00 Lunch
19:00 – 20:30 Dinner
On the last day, breakfast will be provided.
We can take care of vegetarian or vegan diets as well as allergies. Please fill in the corresponding field in the application form.
Sticks, hearing protection, practice pad and if possible a snare stand
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