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Mujaahid African Drum Ensemble

M.A.D.E. In America

 

 Mujaahid African Drum Ensemble in America

is  a group of some of the premier Master Drummers in Chicago. This  ensemble is composed of very dynamic, energetic and exciting griots  (African tribal storytellers) that seek to convey the spirit and  tradition of our African Heritage through our Drums of Passion. The  Mujaahid is a warrior in the cause of Freedom. We are making the Drum Call for African Unity to free our communities from the attack of  violence, crime, poverty and ignorance.  

Mujaahid African Drum Ensemble May 25, 2014

  The  ensemble was revived and performed African Drumming on African Liberation Day at the  Paul Robeson High School 6835 S. Normal Blvd Chicago, IL 60621. This  event was hosted by African Development Plan and The All People  Foundation.  

Mujaahid African Drum Ensemble May 23, 1990

   The  ensemble was founded by Muntheru in 1990 and has performed on the streets, in many of the colleges and  night clubs throughout Chicago. Performing Arts of African Drumming  in places like in the front of Chicago's Wrigley Field.

Master Drummers

Mark Vaughn

Muntheru Shah

Olu Shakoor

  Mark Vaughn  is Master Drum Craftsmen & Lead Djembe Drummer, Traditional Dancer  for the West Indian Dance Company, one of the coordinators of the  African Drum Village exhibited at the African Festival of the Arts and  the African Caribbean Festival of Life in Chicago. 

Olu Shakoor

Muntheru Shah

Olu Shakoor

 Olu Shakoor  is a Master Drummer, Chief Griot, founder and conductor of the African  Drum Village exhibited at the African Festival of the Arts and the  African Caribbean Festival of Life in Chicago. Olu is proficient on  Djum-DJum and  Djembe Drum in many of the traditional and contemporary  styles of African drumming. He has a vast knowledge of the African oral  history pasted on from generation to generation by way of tribal  storytelling using theatrical song and dance .   

Muntheru Shah

Muntheru Shah

Muntheru Shah

  Muntheru Shah Rhythm Djembe Drummer,  Founder, and Director of Mujaahid African Drum Ensemble. 

Musa Mosley

Baba Tyehimba Mtu

Muntheru Shah

 Musa Mosley  Master Drummer and Djembe Drum Carver One of the founding members of the  Original Sun Drummers. They pioneered the spirit of the African Drumming  Circle, which became a summer tradition on the lake front at THE POINT  in Chicago's Hyde Park Community.   

Kelvin Strong

Baba Tyehimba Mtu

Baba Tyehimba Mtu

 Kelvin Strong Lead Djembe Drummer   

Baba Tyehimba Mtu

Baba Tyehimba Mtu

Baba Tyehimba Mtu

 Baba Tyehimba Mtu  is a Master Drummer, Master Drum Maker and a Master Carver.  Being one  of the three African Drum Carvers in the U.S., he is also in the first  generation of Master Drummers in the U.S., and a Senior African Drummer  in Chicago, with several unique styles of African Drumming (including  playing polyrhythms on seven Drums and  playing multiple rhythms on one  Drum).  

Menu / Price List

Umoja

live entertainment for your next birthday, wedding, graduation house party or picnic etc. Want something exotic for your community? There are many live performers for cultural events, and you can be assured that these performers will bring an authentic atmosphere, quality and dynamic spirit, to your traditional occasion. The confidence and satisfaction you receive when the entertainment you have chosen are highly qualified entertainment professionals capable in delivering outstanding talent.

Basic package:

$1,500.00

$850.00 - $1,275.00 

 includes 3 drummers   

  • 2 djembe (lead & rhythm drummers)  
  • 1 dundun (Bass drummer)

Classic package:

$3,000.00

$1,650.00 - $2,475.00  

Includes 6 drummers  

  • djembe   (2 lead & 1 rhythm drummer)  
  • dundun   (1 Bass drummer)  
  • Bougarabou   (1 multiple drums Drummer)  
  • Ngoma  (1 stick drum Drummer)


Harambee

Block Parties, Festivals, Art Fairs, Beach Parties, College Concerts and Corporate Parties can be enhanced by having live performers for your social events. Engagements can be arranged to meet the budget you have in mind for your program.

Premium package:

$3,000.00

$1,650.00 - $2,475.00  

includes 3 drummers & 3 dancers  

  • 2 djembe (lead & rhythm drummers)  
  • 1 dundun (Bass drummer)  
  • 2 Female dancers 
  • 1 male dancer

Elite package:

$5,000.00

$2,750.00 - $4,125.00  

Includes 6 drummers & 4 dancers  

  • djembe   (2 lead & 1 rhythm drummer)  
  • dundun   (1 Bass drummer)  
  • Bougarabou   (1 multiple drums Drummer)  
  • Ngoma  (1 stick drum Drummer)  
  • Agbaja  (4 Male and/or female dancers)


Optional

Low budget options are available

Limited package 1:

$500.00

$275.00 - $412.50  

  • 1 Drummer

Limited package 2:

$1,000.00

$575.00 - $862.50  

  • 1 Drummer  
  • 1 dancer

Auxiliary package

$500.00

$275.00 - $350.00  

  • 1 dancer

Special Benefit package

$1,500.00

$525.00 - $787.50  NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS ONLY

includes 3 drummers    

  • 2 djembe (lead & rhythm drummers)   
  • 1 dundun (Bass drummer)

Save as much as $975.00

Prices are scaled for one hour performance. Prices can change without notice and are open for negotiation within the specified price range. Non-Profit Organizations with proof of incorporation are eligible for a special discount off the minimum price offer

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Mujaahid Entertainment Services

M.A.D.E. In America

Mujaahid African Drum Ensemble In America

call 1(847) 690-1532  or email  muntheru@mujaahid1982.com

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