SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Sound & Rhythm brings hands-on drumming programs to preschools, schools, and universities. We provide the instruments and adapt each visit to students’ ages and experience.

PROGRAMS FOR EVERY AGE

Preschool

Short, active rotations introduce young children to rhythm through listening, movement, and playing together.

Preschool children taking part in an African drumming class

Elementary school

Sessions can be shaped around the group and the school’s goals, with a welcoming introduction to rhythm and hands-on time with the instruments.

Elementary school students playing drums in class

Middle and high school

Older students can explore rhythm and ensemble playing in greater depth, learning how individual parts fit together.

High school students learning African drumming

College and university

Workshops give students a practical way to hear and play the interlocking parts that make up an ensemble rhythm.

College students taking part in a drumming workshop

LED BY AN EXPERIENCED EDUCATOR

Clifford Koufman is an educator and performer with more than 20 years of experience working with children. He has studied drums in West Africa with master drummers and brings that learning into programs that help students connect with traditional music and rhythm.

BRING A PROGRAM TO YOUR SCHOOL

We come to your school and provide the instruments. Contact us to discuss a visit tailored to your students.

Clifford guiding two young students at drum sets