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 Things
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Willliam Dinwoodie in Hamilton
William Dinwoodie shares his knowledge of the artform at the Glenview Community Centre. Come along Wednesday night from 6.30pm.
Get in touch if you’d like to register your interest, request use of a drum etc.
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Rhythms & Harmonies of Africa in New Plymouth
Here's a little taster of the fun you'll have at our weekend camp in Eltham. Come along and have a go at drumming, dancing & singing! Quality teachers, quality vibes… $50 to attend.
This one is in New Plymouth, but we will be running this format in Auckland & Hamilton too.
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Ra McRostie - North Island tour 2025
Ra McRostie returns to the North Island, sharing her awesome dance knowledge!
After 20 yrs of West African drum and dance, studying from masters in multiple countries, Ra's dance style is a mix of traditional djembe dance, Afro beats, and body percussion. Playful, inclusive and unifying! All levels welcome!
Note that regional teachers will be teaching a drumming class just prior to the dance workshop on most of these dates, so come along, get your drumming AND dancing fix! -
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!
Rhythms & Harmonies of Africa ‘25
We are back at Eltham this year, from the 10th to the 12th of October! Our weekend offers sessions in singing, drumming, dancing, marimba and mbira. Beginners are welcome and instruments are provided.
All meals are catered at this weekend retreat (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners) and childcare and youth tickets are available.
Fill in our form to register (the link is under "Tickets") or email us at krakotokra@gmail.com for more information.
We are also looking for volunteers! Send us a message if you are interested and we can discuss a discounted rate in exchange for your assistance throughout the camp.
Come along and enjoy the rhythms & harmonies of Africa with Julian, Laura, Mon and Sid.
Full tickets (includes accommodation until Monday 13th October and food from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch) - $385/$350 concession (senior and unwaged).
Day tickets - $160/$130 concession (add Saturday dinner for $25)
Child tickets (- 12 and under - childcare during class times, accommodation and food included) - $120 (Extra child with this ticket - $30)
Youth tickets ( - under 16 - food, accommodation, classes) - $200
Drumming classes in Hamilton
6.30pm - 8.00pm Wednesdays
Glenview Community Centre
12 Tomin 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.
Drumming classes in Pollok
(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.