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African Drum Class
Discover the Rhythm. Live the Tradition.
At Kafolike School of Percussion, we invite you to experience the heartbeat of Malinké (Mandingue) culture through the power of rhythm. More than just drumming lessons, our program immerses you in the stories, traditions, and spirit of West African music.
Here, you’ll learn the “why” behind every rhythm—its origins, meaning, and cultural significance—while building your technique, endurance, and creative expression. Each class is designed to connect your hands, mind, and spirit to the drum in a way that honors the lineage of the music.
Our dynamic curriculum blends solo phrasing, stamina training, and ensemble performance, helping you develop confidence and precision as a musician. Whether you’re a beginner discovering the Djembe for the first time or an experienced drummer seeking to deepen your craft, Kafolike provides the tools, guidance, and community to help you grow.
Join us and become part of a living tradition—where rhythm becomes language, movement becomes music, and every beat tells a story.
Last Semester of 2025
Learn essential Djembe/Dundun rhythms, history of Malinke (Mandingue) culture, the Malinke people, and the region of the rhythm, we also study solo phrases, build stamina, and more. ALL LEVELS WELCOMED
Semester: Sunday's NOVEMBER 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd
Location: Chicago Multicultural Dance Center
47 W Polk St, Chicago, IL 60605
Time: 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Tuition: $65 ( Zelle - kafolikeschool@gmail.com) Acknowledgment Receipt will be provided.
Drum rental: $10 per day (Drums are limited and must be arranged at least a week before the semester)
Drop-in: $20 (Drop-ins welcomed but not suggested, as each semester has an indepth curriculum where each class of the semester is a building block. We truly encourage all students to maximize the learning in the full semester setting.