New Term: September 2023
Take your first step with us on a journey to singing praises and learning how to "make salawat with your hands" by playing the drum. Each week you are introduced to different rhythms and nasheeds that will equip you with the confidence to play and sing independently
These courses have been specifically designed to teach the unique drumming style of Pearls of Islam and their influences incorporating technique and style from the daff, djembe, and the darbouka tradition
Online and INPERSON course are available.
Course are open to Ladies and Children and are taught by Sakinah Lenoir and Aisha Sanusi.
For more details on cost, timing and further details please click on the form below.
NEW TERM: MAY 2023
PEARLS OF ISLAM DRUMMING & NASHEED COURSE 2023
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Children: 7 to 16years old
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Adult: 16+
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Timings for group sessions may change.
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Group classes will only go ahead with a minimum of three students
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We are unable to offer any discounts but if anyone is financially struggling, please do get in contact. There are limited donated spaces available
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We do not record any of our live online sessions.
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Course Material: All students will be given videos, audio, and a lyric pack to help with practice.
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It is advised for you to put aside at least 1 hour in the week to practice in addition to the class.
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Any drum is welcomed in this space ( Daff, Djembe or Darbouka)
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If you need help or advice in purchasing a drum send us an email. Our team would be happy to help.
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Payment details are sent after you register.
February 2023
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Online Weekend Intensive Beginners Course
A weekend workshop that will explore the basics of drumming and singing nasheeds in English and Arabic. This is a intensive course that's great for beginners or anyone interested in learning more about different drumming styles and traditions in relation to devotional singing.
There are two options available
Class One: 2:30pm to 4:00pm (GMT)
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Class Two: 7:30pm to 9:00pm ( GMT)
Spaces are limited
Open to 16 years and over
Date: Saturday 11th March and Sunday 12th March
Time: 1pm to 3pm
Price:
£25 per person for both days
£15 per person for one day
January 2023
Join us for our first workshop of the new year! A drumming and nasheed workshop open to all ( brothers and sisters).
A weekend workshop that will explore the basics of drumming and singing nasheeds in English and Arabic. This is a course that's great for beginners or anyone interested in learning more about different drumming styles and traditions in relation to devotional singing.
Feel free to bring your own drum or we can provide a drum for you.
Spaces are limited
Date: Saturday 7th January and Sunday 8th January
Time: 1pm to 3pm
Venue: Locus of Walthamstow, 1 Chingford Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4PW
Price:
£25 per person for both days
£15 per person for one day
Further questions:
We have lots of different classes available this term for women and children. Online and INperson
For further details, please click on the poster or on the button below
Full details and more info on the course please click below
Please note that you must register before Monday 9th January 2023
If you are financially struggling but still would like to attend one of these courses please do send us an email.
NOVEMBER 2022
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This will be our final term for the year 2022. Join us for beginners and stage two courses which are available online and in person for women and children.
One to one sessions are also available on Monday's anytime between 11:30am and 7pm ( GMT)
Taught and led by Sakinah Lenoir. Sakinah has been playing with her group Pearls of Islam for over 15 years and has 10 years in teaching drumming and nasheeds.
Full details and more info on the course please click below
Please note that you must register before Sunday 6th November.
If you are financially struggling but still would like to attend one of these courses please do send us an email.
Rhythms of Remembrance
Conversations on the Daff, Qasida and Sacred Sound
A three part series looking at the tradition of the Daff ( frame drum) Qasida ( devotional poetry and song), sacred sound and silence as tools of healing, praise and remembrance of the Divine.
All events are online and open to all
This is a Free event however we strongly encourage and welcome donations.
Registration Only
Free Event
Open to All
Kids Summer Drumming and Nasheed Course
Really excited to announce our summer courses for children! Two weeks of fun, singing, and drumming.
This is an intensive IN-PERSON course open to all aged from 7 to 16 years old.
Taught and led by Sakinah Lenoir. Sakinah has been playing with her group Pearls of Islam for over 15 years and has 10 years in teaching drumming and nasheeds.
Full details and more info on the course please click below
Really excited to announce our summer courses for children! Two weeks of fun, singing, and drumming, all in the comfort of your own home. This is an intensive online course open to all aged from 7 to 13 years old.
Taught and led by Sakinah Lenoir. Sakinah has been playing with her group Pearls of Islam for over 15 years and has 10 years in teaching drumming and nasheeds.
Course One: Drumming Circle
Course Two Singing Circle
Full details and more info on the course please click below
new courses May 2022
This term we are unable to offer any one to one courses. inshaAllah we will restart one to one classes in September 2022.
If you would like to personally arrange a private group class then please see the information above. This can be arranged in person or online
Children Weekend Group Class
Beginners Only
Starts Sunday 8th May
5pm to 6pm
4 weeks: £50
8 weeks: £80
Ladies Weekend Group Class
Beginners Only
Starts Sunday 8th May
6:30pm to 7:30pm
4 weeks: £60
8 weeks: £100
Girls Advanced Group Class
Must have taken stage one and stage two.
Tuesday 10th May
5pm to 6pm
8 weeks: £80
Online Courses
Ramadan Online Drumming & Nasheed Circle 2022
Join us for our annual Ramdan drumming circle as we connect together around the world to drum and sing praises. It will be a chance for you to recap some of the songs from stage one and stage two.
You must have completed at least one course at the Pearls of Islam drumming school in order for you to join the circle. This is a circle only open to current/former students.
We invite you to come with your drum, your voice, and the stage one/two pack.
This is a free gathering but donations are welcomed with open hands.
Sunday 24th April
Children: 5pm to 6pm
Ladies ( 16+): 6:30pm to 7:30pm
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new courses JAN 2022
We are happy to announce our new term which will start from 16th January 2022. Courses are available Online and In-person. Please see the information below.
Returning students
If you are a returning student or would like to book for stage two/stage three/stage four please fill in the form below.
private workshops & family courses
If you would like to arrange a private group course for your family/friends/community group or a one-off workshop please fill in the form below
MOnthly Wednesday Jamming Circle
When: Every third Wednesday of the month
Ladies: 1pm to 2pm
Children: 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Where: East London
Join us for our drumming and nasheed jamming circle, taking place once a month. This is open to anyone who has previously taken a course or class at Pearls of Islam Drumming School.
The circle is free, donations are welcome. You must book in advance
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Children: 7 to 16years old
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Adult: 16+
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Timings for group sessions may change.
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Group classes will only go ahead with a minimum of three students
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We are unable to offer any discounts but if anyone is financially struggling, please do get in contact. There are limited donated spaces available
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We do not record any of our live online sessions.
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Course Material: All students will be given videos, audio, and a lyric pack to help with practice.
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It is advised for you to put aside at least 1 hour in the week to practice in addition to the class.
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Any drum is welcomed in this space ( Daff, Djembe or Darbouka)
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If you need help or advice in purchasing a drum send us an email. Our team would be happy to help.
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Payment details are sent after you register.
events & courses
Past Courses
november 2021
Take your first step with us on a journey to singing praises and learning how to "make salawat with your hands" by playing the drum.This is a beginner's course that will introduce you to the basics of drumming and singing to nasheeds (English and Arabic).
These courses have been specifically designed to teach the unique drumming style of Pearls of Islam and their influences incorporating technique and style from the daff, djembe, and the darbouka tradition
All timings are in ( GMT) and all fees are in sterling.
Children Drumming and Nasheed Course
A 4-week introduction to the basics of drumming and singing nasheeds in English and Arabic. This is a course that's great for beginners. An engaging, fun, and lively course that will encourage your child to pick up the drum and sing praises.
When: Sundays at 4 pm ( GMT)
Cost: 50pp
Duration: 4 weeks ( 1 hour per session)
Where: Online ( Zoom)
Ladies Drumming and Nasheed Course
A 4-week introduction to the basics of drumming and singing nasheeds in English and Arabic.
Lesson one: A brief intro into the history and tradition of drumming and nasheeds, the benefits of drumming and singing, how to hold the drum, what are the main strokes. and learn how to play your first rhythm
Lesson Two: Learn to play two rhythms to one of the most well-known nasheeds; Tala al Badru Alayna
Lesson three: Learn to play your third rhythm to Qasida Burda
Lesson Four: Review the 3-4 rhythms as well as learning to play to other rhythms and layer your beat.
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- This course is opened to Ladies only ( 16 and above)
- This course can only go ahead with a minimum of 4 students
- We are unable to offer any discounts but if anyone is financially struggling, please do get in contact. There are limited donated spaces available
- These sessions are online and live. There will be no recordings available
- Course Material: All students will be given videos, audios, and a lyric pack to help with practice.
- It is advised for you to put aside at least 1 hour in the week to practice in addition to the class.
- Any drum is welcomed in this space ( Daff, Djembe or Darbouka)
- If you need help or advice in purchasing a drum send us an email. Our team would be happy to help.
When: Sundays at 7:15 pm ( GMT)
Cost: 60pp