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Schools - Salaka on Tour

Salaka: Interactive Drumming 2010

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With a turn on the drums for every student!

Salaka: Sharing the Spirit of Africa

Teambeat presents a well-structured, informative and fun interactive drumming performance by one of West Africa’s top cultural ensembles called “Salaka” which means “Sharing” in Ghana. The performance by visiting artists from Ghana imparts African rhythm and culture in an entertaining and educational way. Best of all- it’s hands on!

 

This is Salaka's third national tour - both previous tours were completely sold out.

 
 

The Performance

The show is highly interactive, hands on and culturally rich. Every student will play a drum learning a rhythm from Africa- transforming your students into a percussion ensemble. Students are introduced to an array of traditional African instruments of all shapes and sounds, including the ‘talking drum’, djembe drum, kpanlogo drum, box drum, bells and shakers.

 

The students will also learn a traditional African song to accompany the drumming rhythm, and experience African dancing. Traditional songs are performed and the purpose and context of the pieces are discussed.

Modern issues affecting children and families in developing African countries are discussed in a positive way through music, from performers who speak from direct experience.

This is a beautiful way for students to understand their counterparts on the other side of the world. An understanding of village life and culture is gained by the students from folk tales and stories.

 

Every student has a turn playing the drums and other instruments and learning an African rhythm.

Salaka is a wonderful fun way to experience and learn about traditional African music and culture with wonderful African musicians.

Teambeat also offers an extensive range of Teacher’s Notes and classroom activities.

 

The Benefits

  • Promotes an understanding of diversity and cultural awareness.
  • Experience of rhythm leads to more complex skills in listening, processing information, responding & communicating
  • Improves memory and coordination
  • Encourages social interaction
  • Stimulates and balances left brain / right brain
  • Assists in confidence building
  • Helps bring out hidden potential
  • Enhances imagination & creative thinking
  • Excellent release of energy, builds up fitness

Fees

  • Min Cost: $700 plus GST (for 140 students or less)
  • More than 140 students at $5 + GST per head
  • Suitability: K-12
  • Duration: 50-55 minutes
  • Teachers Notes and Accompanying CD $55 + GST

 

 

The Performers: The Salaka Ensemble

Representing the Salaka Ensemble will be Sammy, Odai Kwasi, Daniel Odai  and Mustafa - four talented performers who will be working alongside Master Drummer Tuza. This is a dynamic combination providing a chance to experience African music and culture in a holistic and authentic way.

 
 

The Salaka Ensemble (previously known as Noko Yedzen) was formed by Master Drummer Tuza in Ghana in the mid 1990's - when the members were still very young teenagers. Every day after school the group would rehearse, learning rhythms from their local elders and community cultural groups. The name Salaka means "sharing" and the aim was to share traditional knowledge with the younger generation to preserve the rich musical traditions of the community of Nungua.

 

Salaka quickly grew into a professional and exciting display of culture, performing at festivals, funerals and special events in Accra.

Salaka recently performed for President Kufuor at his castle in the capital of Ghana, and were chosen to lead the performances at Ghana's 50th anniversary independence celebrations at Black Star Square (Ghana's national venue).

Salaka have won numerous awards and represented their tribe (Ga people) at various national drum competitions.

 

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Testimonials

“Salaka was everything I had hoped they would be; colourful, energetic, professional and a wonderfully positive presentation of their music and culture.”
Tanya Harne, Ripponlea Pruimary School VIC 

“One of the best school performances I have seen. A great balance of participation and performance. We would love to have Salaka back again! The students gained so much. Thank you!”
Carol Roberts, St Paul's College SA

“This is our second year and it was just as great as last year”
S Longton Robina State School , QLD

“We loved that there were enough drums for all kids to have a turn at drumming. All the kids were involved for the whole performance. 10/10"

J Johanna, Highton Primary VIC

 

“A wonderful rhythmic, entertaining and interesting performance. Thank you!"

Anne White, St Benedicts Primary School ACT

"We had a very successful day today with salaka. Both kids and teachers had a great time and it was a wonderful conclusion to our term's unit on African music. i had very positive feedback from teachers, students, parents and the Principal. "
Henric Beiers Wiliamstown Primary School VIC

“Thank you for a wonderful experience I was privileged to see at Elizabeth East Primary School today. It was absolutely unforgettable! I love African music and I am in awe at the talent that the members of Salaka possess. I want to thank Salaka for sharing their dances, music and stories."

Rebecca Wotton, Elizabeth East Primary

 

"Perfomers interacted exceedingly well with students. Good mix of singing, drumming and culture."

 

Ms McCain Gibbs St Primary WA

 

" Fantastic. Well worthwhile. Children enjoyed the whole performance, great that everyone had a turn on the drums!"

Mrs Aponas, Ferny Hills Primary, QU

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