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WULA DRUM & DANCE
featuring NYC's finest west african performing and teaching artists
COLLEGE PROGRAMS
It's Time for Djembe Music From Guinea at University Programs
Book Wula Drum
If you are a college percussionist, chances are you've studied Afro-Cuban and Brazilian percussion, or Ewe drumming from Ghana. Wula Drum is entering the scene with djembe drumming from Guinea, West Africa with M'Bemba Bangoura.
Students learn drum techniques for djembe, dundun, krin (log drum), and more from one of the world's greatest djembe players. Most importantly, they gain an understanding of the cultural significance and history of djembe music in West Africa and the world.
Teaching Resources
To bridge the gap with Western music, we've created transcriptions for many of the rhythms we teach.
In addition, our streamable Playalong Series give students easy access to all the ensemble parts plus a call-and-response playalong track with M'Bemba.
Interested in hosting Wula Drum at your College or University?
We would love to hear from you!
We've been traveling around the world teaching for over 30 years.
Wula can provide all instruments for our classes
Wula can outfit your school with a custom configuration of ensemble drums
Contact us today to arrange your program for next year!
Book Wula DrumYOUTH PROGRAMS
DANCE!
→African Dance Workshop
Let’s move our bodies! Learn the energetic dance styles from West Africa, accompanied by live drumming. Dance is a great bonding activity, teaches balance and coordination, and creates unity for the entire group.
DRUM!
→Djembe Drum Workshop
Our master artists teach the rhythms of West Africa, while your campers have fun playing music as a group! Wula can provide a drum for each participant to play. Campers will be taught the technique to make the proper sounds, the history of the rhythms, and their cultural significance.
FEEL ALIVE!
→Interactive Performance
Wula Drum has everyone jumping out of their seats, grooving to the rhythms of the drums. Participants are transported to West Africa and invited to join in with clapping and singing - and even brought up to dance! The performances are entertaining, educational, and experiential.
Cultural Enrichment
Wula Drum is dedicated to promoting diversity and group unity through the arts.
Our belief is that music and dance transcend the boundaries of race, culture, and class. Our goal is to create a feeling of openness towards learning about other cultures, have fun doing it, and unite the group through drumming and dancing!
We are Flexible!
Let us know what you’re looking for, and we will be happy to create a custom experience for your group!
Learn
African Rhythms and Dances
Build
Coordination, Confidence, and Trust!
Create
Community, Joy and Expression!
We are available...
for a one time experience or can set up residencies, culminating in a group performance demonstrating what was learned for the community!
PERFORMANCE GROUP
Book a Group with EXPERIENCE
We've performed at the Brooklyn Nets Halftime Show in Barclays Center, the United Nations, BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music), and the Percussive Arts Society International Convention.