This drum circle jam introduces the fundamental rhythms, sounds, and drumming techniques found across the vast continent of Africa with authentic world instruments. Special advanced drum circles for adults are also available.

Bucket Blast is a recycled percussion workshop where students of any age learn the basics of rhythm, drumming and collaboration while using recycled objects such as buckets, pails and trashcans as musical instruments

Holiday Music Bingo is perfect for holiday parties, craft fairs, or events where kids are looking for a special music activity with featuring live musicians to ring in the spirit of the season!

Kids will work together to sing, choreograph, and style a music video or concluding performance in this interactive and high-energy program.

Each Multicultural Drumming Workshop features an educational drum circle that introduces the fundamental rhythms, sounds, and drumming techniques found across the globe with authentic world instruments.

Play authentic musical instruments and create inspiring art projects that explore the music, art, and culture of another country. With so many to choose from, the possibilities are endless!

Express yourself, write lyrics, compose melodies, and play or sing your own original music in this therapeutic songwriting session. Our Board Certified Music Therapist will lead a series of songwriting interventions with the goal of improving emotional expression and regulation.

Who says music isn’t athletic? Participants of all ages race through a series of physical and musical challenges that include basic drumming patterns.

Listen, explore, and create art and music that sparks change in the world around you at Rise Up & Create. Learn from influential visual and musical artists who use their art to create social change.

This Program Features:

-An introduction to influential BIPOC artists

-Creation of original musical or visual art that makes a difference in their community

This workshop challenges students of any experience level to use their imagination to write their own music. Through a series of quick brainstorming exercises and musical games, students compose an original song based on a common theme.

This original music writing workshop and sharing session guides songwriters to find their voice and learn new composition techniques that make your music shine. Ideal for teens and adults who already play guitar, ukulele, or piano and are looking to connect with like-minded creative musicians in a positive brainstorming environment.

Not sure what instrument is the right fit for you? The NCMS Instrument Petting Zoo gives curious musicians of all ages the chance to see, touch, and explore all of the instruments typically found in an orchestra.