With Master Drummer Sidiki Dembélé – Tuesday 13 May, 1.15–3.15pm

Looking for new ways to inspire creativity in your classroom? Whether you're a music teacher or have never touched a drum before, this FREE CPD session is your chance to learn from one of the world’s most exciting percussionists – and take away practical tools to use with your students right away.

📍 Old Basford Primary, Nottingham (NG6 0GF)

🕐 Tuesday 13 May, 1.15–3.15pm

🎟️ Completely free**, thanks to support from Arts Council England

🔗 [Book your spot now](https://forms.gle/gMfcQ1UvvuxYmAoA7) – limited spaces!

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🎶 What’s in Store?

✨ Hands-On Drumming Techniques

Learn how to play traditional West African rhythms using correct hand placements and tones – all taught in an accessible, inclusive way.

🌍 Cultural Context

Deepen your understanding of the heritage of West African drumming, brought to life by Ivorian master drummer Sidiki Dembélé.

🧰 Takeaway Classroom Pieces

Leave with beginner-friendly rhythm patterns and ideas you can use straight away in KS1 to KS4 settings – whether in music lessons, assemblies, or wellbeing sessions.

🧠 Build Confidence & Creativity

Even if you’re not a musician, you’ll leave with the confidence to lead simple rhythm-based activities that engage, uplift, and energise your students.

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This session is open to:

- - Music specialists

- - Classroom teachers

- - SEND staff

— TAs and support staff

- - Youth workers and creative facilitators

In short: if you work with young people in schools, you’re welcome.

🥁 About Your Workshop Leader

Sidiki Dembélé is an internationally acclaimed djembe player and cultural educator from Côte d'Ivoire. With years of experience touring, teaching, and inspiring audiences around the world, Sidiki brings rhythm to life through connection, story, and joy.

Ready to bring rhythm back to your school?

🪘 [Click here to book] - BOOK HERE Spaces are limited!

All instruments and resources provided. No experience of percussion required. Suitable for absolute beginners and more seasoned teaching staff.

Be sure to book your place and share this blog so others can join the session.

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