The Mama Fasi Journal

Family & Storytelling

October 21, 2026 • 8 min read

Why Does Bedtime Suddenly Become the Most Interesting Part of a Child’s Day?

Bedtime has arrived, and suddenly your child has a thousand things to do. Enjoy the familiar negotiations and meet Mahdi in Mama Fasi’s animated Night Time.

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Community & Circles

October 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Planning a Community Drum Circle: A Practical Guide for Organisers

A complete roadmap for community leaders, festival directors, and grassroots organisers looking to host inclusive, uplifting community drum circles.

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Family & Storytelling

October 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Creating a Gentle Bedtime Routine with Stories and Music

How parents and caregivers can weave calming acoustic melodies, folk stories, and rhythmic breathing into an intentional, peaceful bedtime transition.

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Technique & Tradition

October 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Getting to Know the Djembe: Sounds, Technique and Respectful Learning

A master guide to the anatomy, cultural history, and playing mechanics of the West African djembe drum, including how to care for your instrument and learn respectfully.

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Teaching & Education

October 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Bringing African Drumming into the Classroom: A Guide for Teachers

How music teachers and general educators can integrate West African percussion and oral history into K-12 learning with cultural respect, active engagement, and joy.

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Workshops & Learning

October 17, 2026 • 5 min read

African Drumming for Beginners: What to Expect at Your First Workshop

Feeling nervous about attending your first African drumming circle? Discover what happens in a beginner workshop, how to sit with the instrument, and why rhythm is a natural human capacity.

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