African Drumming and Dance
Experience the raw sound, rich traditions, and vibrant energy of African drumming, dance, and songs.
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About Our Programs
Africentric Arts brings communities together through highly interactive, hands-on cultural experiences through music. Led by elite teaching artists and performers, our programs draw deeply from African and African diaspora traditions.
While we celebrate the diverse musical practices across various African countries, our experience is centered around the West African Djembe drum alongside an array of traditional percussion instruments. Mirroring the core values of African community life, our workshops weave together storytelling, celebration, and communication.
Learn about our various workshops below or contact us for a tailored experience. Programs can be adapted to age, group size, theme, goal, setting and time.
No experience is required-all ages, abilities, and skill levels are welcome.
Who We Serve
We regularly tailor our experiences for a wide range of settings:
Education & Culture: Schools (K-12 & assemblies), libraries, museums, youth groups, and cultural celebrations.
Corporate & Leadership: Conferences (energizers & opening sessions), team-building days, staff retreats, leadership programs, and employee appreciation events.
Health & Wellness: Community wellness programs, staff wellness days, workplace wellness activities, seniors, care settings, and social service organizations.
Public & Private Events: Festivals, community gatherings, neighborhood block parties, and private or public celebrations.
Key Program Benefits
Beyond the music, our interactive sessions naturally foster vital life and professional skills:
Communication & Collaboration
Leadership & Adaptability
Shared Responsibility & Team Unity
Stress Relief & Mental Well-being
Choose Your Experience
Note: We provide traditional drums and percussion instruments for all interactive workshops.
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Best for: Schools, Day cares, libraries, museums, youth groups, and educational or cultural events.
A hands-on experience focused entirely on the drum. Participants explore African percussion techniques, learn the history and stories behind the beats, and master the art of rhythmic improvisation.
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Best for: Team building, staff retreats, wellness days, workplace activities, and high-energy gatherings.
A lively fusion of movement and music. Participants transition between the drum circle and the dance floor, exploring traditional and contemporary African rhythms, songs, and choreography in one joyful, shared experience. -
Best for: Festivals, conference opening sessions, corporate events, community celebrations, and private parties.
Bring the stage to life. Our skilled drummers and dancers deliver a powerful, high-impact performance featuring layered percussion, dynamic movement, and rich cultural expression that keeps audiences captivated from start to finish.
Ready to Connect?
Our programs can be adapted to your exact age group, venue size, theme, timeline, and budget.