Interactive African Drumming Assemblies

Donté and shar bring 100 to 250 drums and other African percussion instruments to give each of your students a memorable “hands-on” experience. Donté will guide your students in learning West African rhythms, celebrating culture, and encouraging creativity and fun through drumming, dancing, singing, and more.

*All images below are subject to Copyright, you must have written permission directly from Donté before use. Donté may adjust the layout to best suit the drumming space.

want to book an interactive African Drumming assembly for your school?

“Please fill out my questionnaire to book an Interactive Assembly at your school and receive a quote. If you have any questions feel free to contact me via phone, text, or email. Thank you!”

-Donté, Your Performer and Instructor Donte@druminteractive.org
(559) 825-0886

Your Name

First Name

Last Name

Your Staff Title or Position

Your Staff Email

Call Back Number

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School Name

School Address

Requested Date

Please list a few options if applicable.

Requested Assembly Time & Duration

A Full Length Assemblies is 45+ minutes but can be shortened if needed. Example: Assembly One 8:30AM-9:15AM ; Assembly Two 9:30AM-10:15AM

Approximate Number of Students with Grade Ranges

For larger schools, I conduct multiple assemblies. Example: K-3rd 250 students; 4th-6th 300 students.

Budget Range

I have a baseline charge for all of my services. By knowing your budget range, I may be able to bring more drums and less handheld instruments. The drums we bring have been rated as the more popular "instrument of choice" for kids during our assemblies.

Any additional questions or comments?

Example of an interactive assembly

Below is an example of an interactive assembly in which K-3rd grade

make music using instruments during the 45 minute show in the cafeteria/mpr .

Before the Show

We ask that at least 100 chairs/seating be pre-set by the school prior. Donté and Shar will arrive with ample time to set up and assist when needed. If your does not have access to chairs, or if it may be difficult to coordinate, we also have smaller drums that can be used without seating. After checking in with administration, Donté and Shar will unload all of their drums, equipment, and sound system onto the stage and assist with arranging seating for the student drummers. Students who will be drumming will have a drum preset at a chair. Other students will use handheld percussion and find a spot on the floor closer to the stage. Donte and Shar will assist your staff in getting all students seated while welcoming everyone to the show.

During the Show

After staff introduction, Donte and Shar will start their 45 minute school assembly set, guiding the students in making music and rhythm using their instruments. They also teach singing, dancing, call on volunteers, and do team building rhythm based activities.

After the Show

Students leave all instruments in the cafeteria prior to exiting. Donté and Shar often play an outro, leaving your students connected in song. If another assembly is to follow, they assist with ensuring everything is arranged for the next show.

Different Themes

Donté specializes in integrating themes in his Interactive Assemblies to fit an array of different occasions and to give your participants an engaging and memorable experience. Some examples of various themes delivered include: Unity, Community, Culture, Black History Month Celebrations, Wellness, Mental Health, Anti-Bullying, Drug Free and Red Ribbon Week, Testing Preparation, Back to School, and more!

Not sure about what service to choose?

Just text or call me (Donté) at 559-825-0886. As a professional performer, I love making things work for different events.