About
During the Rhythms of the World kids drumming workshop every child gets to play a drum & experience rhythms from Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the Pacific. With engaging presenters the show is very interactive with children also experiencing body & vocal percussion & dance. A great fit for any school wishing to 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.
Kids Drumming Workshop Options
- Choice of 1 hour, 2 hour or 3 hour childrens drumming workshop program
- Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane & Perth
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 their personal rhythm & rhythm in the environment
Did you know?
Macaque monkeys drum objects in a rhythmic way to show social dominance, research has shown this to suggest an evolutionary origin to drumming as part of social communication.
Rhythms of the World Overview
Many cultures around the world are known & well recognised for their distinctive expression or rhythm, whether it be the laid back nature & vocal intonations of people living in outback Australia, the fast & cutting intonations of many African cultures or the societal structures & traditions of the Japanese people.
The rhythms of the World childrens drumming workshop show through performance, narrative & interaction embraces these differing rhythms & provides students with the opportunity to participate in & appreciate these rhythms through drumming.
General Notes
- 150 – 200 Students per performance for the mass participation childrens workshops/shows
- Up to 30 students for the smaller childrens drumming workshops
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
What to Wear?
Usual School clothes.
Requirements
Hall or empty classroom with enough room for the children.
For the larger shows in the hall a microphone on a stand will be helpful.
For bookings & other information contact us on 1300 189 187