African Drumming Workshop
About
During the show every child gets to play a drum & experience the rhythms of Africa. With engaging African presenters the show is higly interactive with children also experiencing body percussion, vocal percussion & dance. A great fit for any school looking to experience a different culture, develop school spirit & foster an appreciation of cultural diversity. The show demonstrates the language of music and its ability to unite people regardless of race, religion or age.
Workshop Options
* A choice of 1 hour, 2 hour or 3 hour workshop program
Session Includes
* 2-3 x Musicians/Facilitators
* A captivating drumming performance
* Every Child playing a drum for the duration of the show OR having a turn on a drum & performing body & vocal percussion
* Children learn about African culture through music & movement
* 2-3 x Musicians/Facilitators
* A captivating drumming performance
* Every Child playing a drum for the duration of the show OR having a turn on a drum & performing body & vocal percussion
* Children learn about African culture through music & movement
African Drumming Overview
The African diaspora is well known for its drumming & distinctive music, for many of the sub saharan cultures drumming plays a prominent role at any occasion of note. Whether that be a wedding, birth, death, healing ceremony .... drums & music unite the group & help bond the people together.
Traditionally many of the cultures hava a caste or family whose role is to tell the stories of the tribe through music & dance. The 'Griot' (head musician) will be present all significant events & called in for healings & other situations when the welface of the group is at stake.
Traditionally many of the cultures hava a caste or family whose role is to tell the stories of the tribe through music & dance. The 'Griot' (head musician) will be present all significant events & called in for healings & other situations when the welface of the group is at stake.
General Notes
* 150 - 200 Students per performance for the mass participation shows
* Up to 30 students for the smaller group sessions
* Up to 30 students for the smaller group sessions
Suggested durations
Early Stage 1 & Stage 1 - 30 to 45 minutes
Stage 2 & 3 (Ages 8 to 12) - 45 to 60 minutes
Stage 4, 5, 6 (Ages 12 --->) - 60 to 120 minutes
Early Stage 1 & Stage 1 - 30 to 45 minutes
Stage 2 & 3 (Ages 8 to 12) - 45 to 60 minutes
Stage 4, 5, 6 (Ages 12 --->) - 60 to 120 minutes
What to Wear
Usual School clothes or Loose fitting/PE clothes & sports shoes
Usual School clothes or Loose fitting/PE clothes & sports shoes
Requirements
Hall or empty classroom with enough room for the children.
For the larger shows in the hall a microphone on a stand may be helpful.
Hall or empty classroom with enough room for the children.
For the larger shows in the hall a microphone on a stand may be helpful.
For bookings & other information contact us on 02 8402 4882