Events & Courses
Pearls of Islam Drumming School
Take your first step with us on a journey to singing praises and learning how to "make salawat with your hands" by playing the drum. Each week you are introduced to different rhythms and nasheeds that will equip you with the confidence to play and sing independently
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These courses have been specifically designed to teach the unique drumming style of Pearls of Islam and their influences incorporating technique and style from the daff, djembe, and the darbouka tradition
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Online and INPERSON course are available.
Course are open to Ladies and Children and are taught by Sakinah Lenoir and Aisha Sanusi.
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For more details on cost, timing and further details please see below
Stage One: Drumming & Nasheed Essentials 101
Welcome to "Drumming and Nasheed Essentials 101: A journey to exploring the spiritual, emotional and physical benefits of the drum and devotional singing within our Islamic tradition
This course is designed for those wanting to take their first step in engaging and understanding the beauty and history of the drum and nasheeds. Whether you are looking to learn a couple of rhythms to teach to your children, or perhaps play at a gathering or just challenge yourself to something new this course is a great introduction to deepening your understanding to the world of drumming and nasheeds while surrounding yourself with the beauty of salawat and remembrance (dhikr)
Our courses are unique as we welcome all types of drums ( darbouka, daff, djembe)and we offer a comprehensive introduction that balances technique with practice.
Throughout the course, you'll engage in hands-on practice, interactive lessons, and reflective exercises designed to enhance your skills and give you a weekly dose of joy with dhikr and nasheeds. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with a supportive community of sisters sharing your experience as you progress.
This course is not just about mastering techniques; it’s about finding a deeper connection to your faith and expressing it through the powerful mediums of drumming and singing.
Join us and embark on a journey that harmonizes rhythm, spirituality, and sisterhood.
Stage One: Drumming and Nasheed Essentials 101 (ADULT)
Week One: How to hold the drum, Basic strokes, Benefits and Intentions of Drumming and Singing
Week Two: Salli Ya Salaam, Tala al Badru Alayna
Week Three: Mawla Ya Salli
Week Four: Beat of My Heart and Recap
Holiday: One Week Break
Stage Two: Drumming and Nasheed Essentials 101 (ADULT)
Week Five: Recap of Stage One and exercises working on drumming and singing at the same time,
Week Six: Salla Alayk Allah
Week Seven: Ya Noori
Week Eight: Tholoma Askhu Gharami
Ladies Weekend Intensive Course
A one-off weekend intensive taught by Sakinah Lenoir covering our stage one drumming and nasheed course. You will learn 3-4 different rhythms that can be played alongside popular nasheeds in English and Arabic, like Tala al badr alayna and Mawla Ya Salli.
In addition you will receive access to a course pack and recordings of all the rhythms and songs that we will cover in the course. Available for an entire year.
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This is a course open to beginners and Ladies from 16 years above
We highly recommend that you have a drum available
All types of drums are welcome into the space
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Taught and led by Sakinah Lenoir. Sakinah has been playing with her group Pearls of Islam for over 15 years and has 10 years experience in teaching drumming and nasheeds to women and children
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Level: Beginner
This event is for women only.
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Next Course: 2nd and 3rd November 2024
ONLINE AND INPERSON CLASSES AND COURSES
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What do our students say about our courses?..
"My son absolutely loves learning how to sing and drum with Ustadha Sakinah. He has taken beginners courses and private classes all online. Ustadha Sakinah is an incredibly friendly, kind and patient teacher who makes the lessons so much fun. She makes gentle corrections without ever undermining his confidence and is good natured with him whenever he is chattering away about something unrelated! She teaches very calmly, effectively and clearly. My son has learned Tala al Badru alayna, the Qasida burda and some other lovely nasheeds - and he has taught his younger brothers too! It's wonderful to hear the children remembering Allah SWT and our Prophet SAW."
Dr Jay
Children Drumming and Nasheed Course