FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What kind of drums does Dancing Drum use?
We use many different types of percussion instruments, but for most of our programs participants play Dancing Drum Signature Series Djembe and Djun-Djun drums. Since the spring of 2007, we have been proud to say that the drums we use in our school programs and performances are not contributing to the enormous problem of deforestation in West Africa, where most djembe and djun-djun drums are made from old growth wood taken from poorly managed forests.

Is Dancing Drum a non-profit 501(c)3 organization?
Dancing Drum itself is not a non-profit, but we are in a partnership with a great 501(c)3 organization called the Children's Creative Project, which allows us to write grants and accept donations to support some of our youth programs. We are grateful to the following foundations for their support: the Santa Barbara County Arts Commission, the Hutton Foundation, Karuna Foundation, Target, Profant Foundation, and an anonymous donor.

What are your rates?
Please contact us to discuss your specific requests.

Where can I get a copy of the rap lyrics and music for the "Drumming Up Character" program?
We will be releasing a school package this spring with a book and CD/DVD. To learn more, visit our publications page.

Will you travel outside the Santa Barbara area?
Yes! We will travel just about anywhere with our drums. In 2007 and '08 we're scheduled throughout California, and in Washington, Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana, and Germany. Please contact us to arrange a Dancing Drum program at your site.