Our workshops are available in English, French or Spanish
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
At Malicounda, we offer dynamic and engaging Drum Circle Workshops tailored specifically for middle, high school, college, and University and team-building events. Our workshops are designed to stimulate creativity, increase concentration, foster teamwork, and introduce a multicultural approach.
Our comprehensive workshops include rhythm games, songs, dance, and percussion activities that guarantee fun and enjoyment for all participants.
Through our specially developed technique, students will learn foundational rhythms, ensemble playing, and improvisation. Experience the power of rhythm using musical instruments from around the world. Fun and enjoyment are guaranteed!
Would you like to have a dynamic and engaging interactive experience for your children?
Malicounda can create a community-based performance for all kinds of events, for schools and festivals. Student volunteers are chosen and given a 60-minute workshop to create the performance. The volunteers perform on stage with Malicounda! It is accessible to all and no musical skills are required.
Our engaging program features rhythm games, songs in four languages, movement, and percussion activities, providing a fun-filled experience for participants. The technique used is accessible to everybody. Volunteers will be encouraged to create their own music.
Performances can also be accompanied by a Drum Circle, Drum Workshops, parade, or Dance Workshops.
Malicounda will bring an engaging rhythmic event to your Assembly, Festival, or Special Event.
DESCRIPTION
Some aspects of the performance are interactive; we will invite teachers and students to join us.
- Time: 60 minutes
- Body percussion
- Interactive clapping to help the audience learn the rhythm
Musical instruments from several countries will be introduced:
- Claves: Cuba
- Darbuka: Egypt
- Boomwhackers: USA
- Cajon: Peru
- Seedpod: Vietnam
- Shaker eggs: USA
- Talking drum: Ghana
- Kalimba: Ghana
- Djembe, Dunduns: Guinea
- Balafon: Guinea
Technical requirement for the Assembly Program
- Set up time: 45 minutes
- Wood floor measuring: 25 ft by 25 ft.
- Number of performers: Two artists on stage and 30 volunteers
About Malicounda
For over 30 years, Malicounda has touched the lives of thousands of people – children, teenagers, adults, and seniors – through rhythm. Our goal is to help people experience the power of rhythm and the joy of making music together as a community. In just a few minutes, percussion will deeply influence the soul, generating positive changes and happiness!
