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One Family, One Planet

Shumba Arts bring people from all walks of life together
through music, dance and song, to create, empower and celebrate
embodied connections, healthy communities and vibrant culture

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Rhythm Hub

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With funding from the National Lottery Community Fund we're close to completing the Rhythm Hub project

~ Bringing Devon communities together through rhythm, dance and song ~

Join us for our final Rhythmic Folk event, Saturday 6th September in Exeter

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shumba tribe

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Rhythmic Heart Project

Rhythmic Heart Project

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Shumba Arts ~ Allan Kerr & Denise Rowe ~ Together as One

Shumba Arts ~ Allan Kerr & Denise Rowe ~ Together as One

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​Upcoming Workshops & Classes

  • Rhythm Tree ~ Immersive Concert
    Rhythm Tree ~ Immersive Concert
    Sat 18 Oct
    Moor Imagination Centre
    18 Oct 2025, 19:30 – 22:00
    Moor Imagination Centre, Chapel St, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0AB
    New polyrhythmic compositions in drum, percussion and voice, drawing from the patterns and sounds of nature
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  • Rhythm Tree ~ Immersive Concert
    Rhythm Tree ~ Immersive Concert
    Sun 28 Sept
    Moretonhampstead Parish Hall
    28 Sept 2025, 19:30 – 22:00
    Moretonhampstead Parish Hall, 16 Fore St, Moretonhampstead, TQ13 8LL
    New polyrhythmic compositions in drum, percussion and voice, drawing from the patterns and sounds of nature
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  • Rhythm Tree drum and percussion journey
    Rhythm Tree drum and percussion journey
    Sun 28 Sept
    Moretonhampstead Parish Hall
    28 Sept 2025, 14:30 – 17:00
    Moretonhampstead Parish Hall, 16 Fore St, Moretonhampstead, TQ13 8LL
    The last of 3 workshops exploring rhythm through drums, percussion, nature and community
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  • Shumba Tribe
    Shumba Tribe
    Wed 17 Sept
    Exwick Community Centre
    17 Sept 2025, 19:00 – 22 Oct 2025, 21:30
    Exwick Community Centre, Kinnerton Way, Exeter EX4 2PR
    6 weeks of African drum & dance to strengthen community and lift our spirits
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  • Rhythmic Folk
    Rhythmic Folk
    Sat 06 Sept
    Theatre Alibi
    06 Sept 2025, 19:30 – 22:30
    Theatre Alibi, Emmanuel Hall, Emmanuel Rd, Exeter EX4 1EJ
    An evening of good music and good company held within the arms of rhythm
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COURSES

Regular classes to build community

WORKSHOPS, RETREATS, CAMPS

Immerse yourself in creative culture

PERFORMANCES AND EVENTS

Enriching experiences for body, heart and soul

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HALF DAY AND FULL DAY WORKSHOPS

For Schools, Higher Education and Community groups

Our workshops are all about accessibility, participation and learning though taking part in a fun and immersive experience.

ABOUT US

Our vision is for a world where people care for, respect and do good
for themselves, each other and the planet

Aqeel Abdulah, class participant

“I felt I could be myself and let my guard down... It was lovely to be in the company of people who make one feel safe and accepted. There’s a sense of openness and togetherness in these classes.  It’s something you can do that is easy but it’s also powerful at the same time.  So it’s not complicated but the effect is huge.  I can’t recommend it enough”

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CONTACT US

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