Primary and Secondary
School Incursions
“Rhythm of Life were SENSATIONAL! We have never had so much fun at an assembly. They had all the students (and staff) up on their feet and dancing. Such a professional team and lovely with the students. Thank you so much, we look forward to working with you again!”
“The incursion was absolutely fantastic!! The teachers are raving about Mohamed and the way he engaged the students, helped them to keep in time and remember what to do. It was great that there was some time dedicated at the end to discuss the African culture and for the kids to ask questions. It suited us perfectly!”
Rhythm of Life’s schools program presents an insight into the exciting and colourful culture of West Africa.
Suited to primary and secondary schools within the Melbourne and greater Victoria region, our incursions promote self-expression, participation and teamwork, and help to develop co-ordination and focus.
Rhythm of Life share their stories and experiences of West African music and life, outlining the cultural and historical significance of traditional music and dance.
Our incursions are highly structured and tailored to suit your school’s particular needs and curriculum requirements.
The experience is engaging and accessible to all students of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and above all, fun!
Interactive performances
Interactive performances cater for groups of any size. The artists perform traditional repertoire, demonstrating the various traditional instruments and rhythms. They also tell stories of the West African music tradition, and involve all students with call-and-response, African songs, dance and body percussion.
Hands-on workshops
Hands-on drumming workshops cater for groups of up to 50. The group explores the different components of a traditional rhythm, including basic drumming techniques, accompaniments, arrangements, improvisation and drum solos. Students have the opportunity to try the different percussion instruments, a song and dance, and learn the story behind the rhythm. All instruments supplied.
Artist-in-Residence Programs
These can be tailored to fit your school’s curriculum, and can work towards a performance of the repertoire learnt during the program, for example at a school assembly, production, graduation ceremony or fete. All instruments supplied for groups of up to 50.
Availability:
We offer these incursions year round, and we also offer workshops for school holiday programs.
Cost:
Fees depend on the number of participants, duration of the workshop/performance, location and the number of facilitators we provide.
Hands-on drumming workshops are typically conducted by one or two facilitators, and run for 45-minutes.
Our interactive school performances are typically conducted by two or three facilitators, and run for 50 minutes.
“This incursion was a fantastic opportunity for the boys to experience first-hand the joy of playing and performing music with others, as well as learn about the important role that music plays in other cultures. They immensely enjoyed the experience and it will no doubt enhance their own music making as they continue to create and compose using African drums back in the classroom.”
“A huge thank you for helping us celebrate Education Week. It was the best performance we’ve ever had! I loved the energy you created in the room and the way you had everyone up and moving, even the principal! We had such positive feedback from students, staff, and parents. We hope you come back for another performance soon.”
Looking for something
different?
We have incursions for the little ones, as well as the big ones!
Check out our tailored programs: