Drumming together, playing rhythm games, singing and learning about the djembe is what this program is all about.
The djembe (pronounced jem-bay) is a West African hand drum. These drums have become very popular in North America – they are easy to play and have a powerful voice. The djembe is meant to be played in a group. Drumming in a group is great for listening, cooperating, and self expression. This program introduces students and teachers to the drums, gives some vocabulary, history, cultural context, as well as hands on skills, the satisfaction of playing music together and a lot of fun!
| Grade Suitability | Grade 3-12 |
| Maximum Class Size | 10 (depends on number of djembes) |
| Time Required | One session of a half hour – 45 min for each class. The more sessions, the more we can develop, possibly even working toward a performance if desired. |
| Material Required | Any djembes available at the school or in the community. I can bring 9. |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Communities | All |