Africa Strings and Skins Concert.

LIVE Music, Harp and Harmonies.

Family friendly free drum workshop community day.

Join this unique cultural gathering celebrating the best of African music and family connections.

All ages welcome to this generous offer by world renowned artists Nii Armah and Samoko Jayo plus family/community contributions from the Mary Valley Drumming group.

Regular performing artists to festivals such as Woodford folk festival, Multicultural festivals nationwide, mosaic festivals, government, educational and cooperate sectors. The Duo shares the smooth coffee vibe vocals of Africa, infused with melodic ceremonial drums. The music is embedded deep in the sphere of wellness and wellbeing and community integration.

The concert includes a FREE drum workshop. BYO drum or borrow one of ours.

$30/pp children are free.

Doors open 1.30pm ARRIVE EARLY to secure your spot in the drum circle!

Testimonials

"Do not miss this opportunity to come and see Samoko and Nii Armah in their latest venture ‘ strings, skins and community’.

I have known Samoko and Nii Armah for over twenty years and love every minute in there company. This dynamic duo always delights audiences with their soulful, traditional African songs and pulsating drum rhythms. The free drum workshop will be interactive and lots of fun. Come along and experience an afternoon of joyful energy."

~ Rita O’neil

"I have had the pleasure of experiencing a glimpse of African culture thanks to the dynamic and interactive performances of Samoko and Nii Armah. Letting go and joining in was an uplifting experience that still brings a smile to my face and warms my heart."

~ Cann Taylor

"A drumming workshop with Samoko is always an uplifting and joyful experience. I love how he fuses ancient cultural wisdom, drumming and the latest in neuroscience to create a unique and healing learning environment."

~ Saleema

Testimonials

"The drumming and singing workshop made not only my day, but my year!" Ray, Gold Coast