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, improvisation, and even get introduced to musical instruments from around the world.
Fun and enjoyment are guaranteed!
ASSEMBLY PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
About Malicounda
Malicounda can create a community-based performance for all kinds of events, for companies, schools, and festivals. Student volunteers are chosen and given a 60-minute workshop to create the performance. The volunteers perform on stage with Malicounda!
Our goal is to bring people together by making music as a group and to provide a multicultural experience with musical instruments from around the world. The technique used is accessible to everybody. Volunteers will be encouraged to create their own music.
By sharing with students, teachers, and the community, we open minds to the world. Participating in an interactive group performance using drums and other percussion instruments allows all voices to be heard.
Description of the performance
Some aspects of the performance are interactive; we will invite teachers and students to join us.
- Time: 50 minutes or more, if desired
- Body percussion with interactive clapping to help the audience learn rhythm
Musical instruments from several countries will be introduced:
- Claves: Cuba
- Darbuka: Egypt
- Boomwhackers
- Shaker eggs
- Talking drum from Ghana
- Kalimba: a wood soundboard and metal keys, played inside a gourd (Dizzee) for sound resonation.
- Djembe, Dunduns,
- Balaphone
Technical requirement for Assembly Program:
- Set up time: 30 minutes
- Wood floor measuring: 25 ft by 25 ft.
- Number of performers: One artist on stage and 30 volunteers
