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African Drum Interactive

“ We Serve Culture, Community & Connection to Fresno and throughout the Central Valley”

- Donté, Founder and Lead Drummer

African drumming for the central valley

For years, performer and founder, Donté McDaniel, has used his talent and love for African Djembe Drumming to connect people across the Valley using music and rhythm.

Culture is what makes all of us unique and connects us all! Donte and his team of experienced drummers believe that experiencing culture through African drumming can be fun, exciting, and possible at all age and skill levels.

Click the links below to schedule an after school program, performance, group drumming session, or to learn more about our community programming.

Performances & Group Drumming

  • “this was the most engaged I have seen my kids all year!”

    Middle School Teacher

  • “my students loved it! They had so much fun!”

    Elementary School Teacher

  • “I appreciate how the kids learn about culture and values through the songs…I always hear them singing the songs during recess.”

    Elementary School Teacher

  • “I love how all of my kids were involved! even my more reserved students were drumming.”

    High School Teacher

  • “Donte is so knowledgeable about African drumming. It’s amazing seeing his team because you know they are playing and teaching from the heart….Donte is by far one of the best djembe drummers I have seen here in the Valley!”

    Event Coordinator

  • “Donte and his team are always smiling and encouraging everyone! They bring such a joyful attitude with their drumming and teaching, you can’t help but join in!”

    School Program

Through partnerships with schools, communities, and organizations, Donte’s team continues to bring together adults and children who make up our diverse Central Valley community. Our purpose is to foster an atmosphere that promotes community and social resilience through traditional West African drumming.