School Workshops
Our workshops are specifically designed to suit children of different ages and ability from beginners to advanced level. All workshops are designed to encourage involvement, fun, self-esteem, confidence and team work. They aim to create a sense of personal belonging, celebration and transition into African culture and values through dance.
Our drum workshops also centre around team building with all the children working together. The emphasis is on the traditional role of African drums, i.e. as the main means of communication. Children are taught how to play and communicate through drum calls with different musical interpretations. Depending on their ages, some will be introduced to rhythms and others given the chance to enhance their rhythmic knowledge and improvisation skills. Drums and all other musical instruments are provided.
Our dances range from high energy dances like Amagunju to graceful and gentle dances like Ekizino. All dance workshops are accompanied by a set of professional drummer musicians. Children are provided with costumes and learn the history of the dance and rhythms which, in turn, gives them an understanding of traditional life and culture in Africa.
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