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1/ School Performances: The Rhythm & Movement of West Africa!
Engage K-12 students with Lannaya Drum & Dance’s high-energy program blending live music, dynamic dance, and cultural storytelling. Perfect for schools looking to incorporate arts into their curriculum, this program is aligned with STAAR and TEKS standards, integrating subjects like math, history, music, dance and geography.
Key Features:
- Live Music & Dance – Dynamic performances featuring dancers and a live djembé orchestra.
- Cultural Education – Cultural storytelling tied to the history of traditional dances, and instruments like the djembé, balafon, and dundunba.
- Interactive Elements – Audience participation, call-and-response songs, and the chance for students to perform onstage.
- Curriculum Integration – Bring the vibrant energy of West African music, dance, and culture into your school with our unique program that merges the arts with academic rigor. Perfectly aligned with STAAR and TEKS standards, including:
- Math: Explore patterns and operations through rhythmic beats.
- History & Geography: Learn about the traditions, geography, and history of West African cultures.
- Vocabulary Development: Introduce new cultural and academic terms in an exciting context.
- Music & Dance: Immerse students in intricate, vibrant dance moves and live, polyrhythmic drumming.
- Cultural Awareness: Celebrate diversity by exploring distinct traditions and practices found in West African drum and dance.
- Optional – Q & A session, and electronic activity packets for teachers and students, enhancing learning beyond the performance.
Logistics:
- Customizable length from 15 to 45 minutes.
- Back-to-back shows available at additional cost.
- Suitable for various venues including school stages, gymnasiums, libraries, outdoor event spaces, and community festivals.
2 / Energetic and Culturally Enriching Drum and Dance Performances
Elevate your special event with energy and cultural richness. Lannaya Drum & Dance’s vibrant performances of traditional West African dance with a live djembé orchestra (live drumming), are perfect for uplifting any special event. Our expert ensemble, composed of 2–4 dancers and 3–5 multi-percussionists—including internationally recognized Guinean artists—bring the rich heritage of West Africa right to your event! Performers are adorned in colorful costumes and use artisan-made traditional instruments, offering an authentic cultural experience.
Whether you’re hosting a community celebration, school program, gala, cultural gathering, conference, or corporate special event, Lannaya’s skilled ensemble brings an unforgettable, immersive experience that engages and inspires audiences of all ages.
Performance Details
- Perfect for community and corporate special events, conferences, galas, and festivals.
- Performances can be adapted to diverse facilities and settings.
- Customizable Options. From short intimate performances (5-10 mins), to a full-scale production (45-60 mins), we can modify the performance length and format to fit your event and audience preferences.
- Back-to-back performances available for larger events (additional costs apply).
3 / Dance workshops (one off)
In addition to live drum/dance performances, Lannaya offers interactive dance workshops for individuals or groups of all ages. Appropriate for all levels, from beginners on up. Lannaya’s workshops craft memorable experiences for team-building activities, school programs, family reunions, cultural events, community centers, birthday parties and more. Uncover a new passion or deepen your present skills, join us for a rhythm-packed journey!
Details:
- Perfect for youth and adults. Appropriate for grades: 3rd – 12th, and up.
- Customizable Options. From as few as 20 minutes, up to 90-minutes, per workshop.
- Back-to-back workshops available for larger events (additional costs apply).
- For K-12 participants, workshops complement STAAR and TEKS requirements by including math, history, geography, culture, music, dance, vocabulary, and authentic instruments.
Dance Workshops allow participants to witness and learn the polyrhythms (body percussion, movement and chant) and poly-movements (intricate footwork, hand movement) characteristic to West African dance. Workshops are taught to live drumming. Limited to up to a maximum forty (40) participants, per workshop.
4 / Workshops (long-term)
Long-term workshops may vary from one full day, to several weeks. Appropriate for all levels, from beginners on up.
- Appropriate for adults and students / 2nd – 12th, and ages 5 and up.
- Curriculum and custom workshops focus on Traditional West African Drumming, and/or Dance.
DANCE: Introduction of the dance aesthetic through movement and gesture. Focus on dances primarily from either Guinea, Mali, and/or Côte d’Ivoire. Limited to maximum of up to 40 participants, per LONG-TERM DANCE WORKSHOP.
DRUMMING: Introduction of traditional music, instruments and polyrhythmic rhythms played in West African countries like Guinea, Mali, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, etc. Use of instruments (during the workshops) is included in the workshop fee. Limited to maximum of up to 30 participants, per LONG-TERM DANCE WORKSHOP.
5 / Drumming, drum services
Ignite your event with the pulse of live drumming with Lannaya! Book one musician, or as many as the whole djembe orchestra (five musicians), to Inject spirit into your celebrations, bolster families, and empower and activate communities. Perfect for:
- Adding vibrancy to both corporate and community events.
- Opening conferences with
- Bringing life to school assemblies.
- Energizing family events.
- Invigorating retreats.
- Livening up festivals and much more!
Tailored to Your Needs: From electrifying 15-minute bursts, to multiple 30-minute sets, let Lannaya lift the energy of your event!
6 / Master Classes
As available, Lannaya offers public classes with West African master drum and dance artists. Master classes offer participants the unique chance to experience a deep culture dive to learn firsthand, and in depth, about traditional West African dance and music. Designed to challenge and inspire intermediate and advanced drummers and dancers.
What to Expect
- Deep Cultural Immersion: Led by renowned industry professionals, masterclasses offer a unique opportunity to deepen one’s understanding of the art form
- Expert Training: Experience advanced instruction from industry masters who are deeply rooted in their craft.
- Focused Skill Development: Opportunity for participants to develop and enhance their artistic practice.
Extended Duration: More quality time under expert guidance, thus allowing for a thorough and nuanced understanding of dance and/or drum technique(s).
What makes Lannaya unique
- Accessibility: Lannaya can perform at various venues including outdoor stages, festivals, theaters, libraries, and school facilities. This allows for a wide range of accessibility and flexibility in choosing a suitable performance space.
- Customization Options: Tailored performances to suit younger or diverse audiences. Lannaya understands that every audience is different, which is why we offer customizable shows and performance lengths. This allows for a tailored experience that best fits the needs of the audience. (feel free to contact us).
- Inclusivity: Lannaya’s performances are appropriate for students starting from 4.5 years old, on up. Lannaya recognizes the importance of inclusivity and strives to create a welcoming environment for audiences of diverse backgrounds.
- Expertly Crafted Performances and Workshops: Lannaya delivers dynamic shows featuring skilled dancers adorned in vibrant costumes and accompanied by a live djembé orchestra. It’s more than a performance—it’s an unforgettable experience.
- More details on Lannaya’s FAQ page