There's something magical that happens when you put a djembe drum in front of a child. Their eyes light up, their hands start moving, and suddenly the room fills with an infectious energy that's impossible to resist.
Over the years, we've built incredible connections with kindergartens through our African djembe drumming workshops and incursions. Every child has rhythm within them – we're just here to help them discover it. Through the basics of djembe drumming, we watch as shy kids find their voice, energetic ones learn focus, and everyone discovers the joy of making music together.
Our Master Drummer Mady has developed quite the reputation among the kindy crowd. After countless sessions filled with laughter, learning, and lots of drumbeats, he's earned a special place in many little hearts. The feeling is absolutely mutual!
One particularly heartwarming moment came during a roll-call circle when Mady heard his own name being called out alongside the children's. The kids had loved him so much that they'd officially "enrolled" him in their class! It's moments like these that remind us why we do what we do – it's not just about teaching rhythm, it's about creating connections and building confidence.
Here's a glimpse into one of our recent sessions at Where We Grow - Early Learning, where you can see the magic in action:
These workshops aren't just fun (though they definitely are!) – they're building blocks for coordination, listening skills, teamwork, and self-expression. Every beat creates a memory, every rhythm builds confidence.
Ready to bring the beat to your early learning centre? Learn more about our kindergarten and childcare workshops here and let's create some musical magic together!