Kra KoTo Kra was founded in 2018, as a West African style drumming ensemble, offering performances, classes and workshops in New Zealand.

Since then, the group has added West African dance classes, as well as drum and dance weekend camps to its offerings

Upcoming events.

Current and Future Offerings

  • Camp is Back!

    Join us for another wonderful camp in Eltham with singing, dancing, drumming, marimba, mbira and n’goni as well as good food, lovely teachers and an overall warm fulfilling experience. Fully catered with childcare and youth tickets available as well as concessions and day passes, there are options for everyone!

    To register visit - https://forms.gle/kNYSjeNSBnenLEoK6

    More info to be released on our camp page soon!

  • 1-1 lessons with Sid

    I've gotten myself, my space and my gear to a point where I want to start offering 1-1 lessons. I've had a couple of private students in the past, and following somebody's drumming journey so closely is a great buzz for me.

    I'm confident I can help people from a variety of experience levels to improve, and we can set out to improve specific aspects of playing or understanding of the rhythms.

    Whether it's a one-off, or you'd like a series of lessons, please get in touch if you're interested!

Drumming classes in Hamilton

6.30pm - 8.00pm Wednesdays
Pilates Centre
131 Anglesea Street, Hamilton

Sid’s West African Style drumming class, open to everybody, from “never touched a drum before” absolute beginners, to performance hardened players.

We learn, drill and practice traditional Djembe technique and play West African rhythms.

In addition to the Djembe, technique and parts for other instruments found in a West African style drumming ensemble such as Dunduns, bells and shakers will be taught.

Drumming classes in Te Toro
(Awhitu Peninsula)

6.30pm - 8.00pm Tuesdays
Te Toro Hall
173 Te Toro Road

Sid’s West African Style drumming class, open to everybody, from “never touched a drum before” absolute beginners, to performance hardened players.

We learn, drill and practice traditional Djembe technique and play West African rhythms.

In addition to the Djembe, technique and parts for other instruments found in a West African style drumming ensemble such as Dunduns, bells and shakers will be taught.