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Hello! We are Donté and Shar and we welcome you to our website!

“Since 2014, Shar and I have brought excitement, the powerful sound of West African drums, and hands-on drumming programs to hundreds of schools in Fresno and the Central Valley. As professional African drummers and entertainers, we love bringing students together through rhythm. Reach out to me today to book us at your school or event. Shar and I are qualified vendors with many school districts and would love to drum with you!” - Donté the African Drummer

African Drum Interactive, LLC

Take a look at our services below to view details & reserve a date.

  • “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 Shar 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

  • Donte & Shar - African Drum Interactive, LLC

    We are approved vendors for numerous schools and organizations in Fresno and across the Valley! In each show and class, we foster an atmosphere that celebrates Culture, Community, and Connection® through teaching your students about traditional West African drumming.