Shar and I provide engaging and educational performances that feature the immersive and powerful sounds of West African Drums. Your students will learn about West African culture in the context of traditional drumming, the regions of Africa in which the rhythms originated, and they get to be a part of the show through audience taught singing, dancing, clapping, and more!
*Layout and setup can be adjusted to best suit the space provided for the session. All images below are subject to Copyright, you must have written permission directly from me (Donté) prior to use.
want to book a performance or school based show?
“Fill out my questionnaire to book a Performance or live African Drumming presentation. If you have any questions just reach out to me.” - Donté, Your performer and Instructor
Email: BookUs@DonteandShar.com -or- Donte@druminteractive.org
Call or Text: (559) 825-0886
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Shar and I have a wide range of experience and liven many types of events with the sound of West African Rhythms. We have provided live drumming for smaller events with 100 people to stage performances for entire schools and audiences with over 1000+ attendees. African Drumming performances can be done at multicultural school events, celebrations, lunchtime performances, school based community events, and even as background music played for students as they come to school at the start of the day, and more!
Below is an example of an assembly style performance
in which TK-3rd grade watch the 45 minute show in a cafeteria/mpr .
Before the Show
Shar and I will arrive with ample time to set up. After checking in with administration, we unload all of our drums, equipment, and sound system onto the stage or performance area. Students are able to sit on the floor (preferred so that the students are closer to the stage) or students can use your preferred seating for assemblies. We assist your staff in getting all students seated while welcoming them to the show.
During the Show
After staff introduction, we will start our 45-minute school assembly set, playing advanced traditional drumming arrangements for the audience. We also teach singing, dancing, call on volunteers, and often bring instruments for students to play on stage.
After the Show
We often play an outro, leaving your students connected in song as they exit. If another assembly is to follow, we assist preparing the area for the next show.
Need More Information?
“Shar and I have range of experience working with many different programs, schools, organizations, and businesses. If you have any questions about what we can provide for our performances or have questions about arrangements, just reach out to me. We’d love to make something happen for you.” -Donté, Your performer and Instructor
Email: BookUs@DonteandShar.com -or- Donte@druminteractive.org
Phone: (559) 825-0886