Nankama Drum & Dance celebrates rhythm and movement.

Nankama (which means “Born to Drum”) is a West African Drum and Dance troupe, lead by Master Rhythm Instructor Bobby Bovenzi.

Nankama has performed throughout the Okanagan in over 300 shows since 2007. Members of the troupe are keen students of drum and dance and study very hard to make sure they are representing these traditional rhythms in a way the Masters of Africa have intended.

Nankama has assisted many organizations to fundraise over $100K for countries in Africa, Women in Need and the homeless here in Canada.

  • Classes

    Join us and learn drumming techniques and traditional West African Rhythms on Djembe and Dunun stick drums. Drums are available for use free of charge.

  • Performances

    Nankama performs at festivals and other events across Southern BC. Check out our performance schedule, or hire us to come and perform at your event!

  • Assemblies & Residencies

    Bobby will guide your school through a rhythmic journey in which every person present has an active role, teaching geography, unity and cultural acceptance.

Ed P., Music Educator

“There is no bond in the world like an artistic one, and Bobby  provides quick, easy, and fun access to that.”

Janice M., School Media Coordinator

“I had several teachers say that it was one of the best assemblies we
have had.”

Check out our beat!

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