Music, especially in East Africa, is best described as a pure and true representation of cultural richness and you can help education and children by joining music volunteering programs.

Through music, they are able to see through the shroud of suffering and sorrow to a life worth living. Music is their passage to a better life, if even that means that this better life lasts for only a few minutes of song. The music volunteer program is designed to give the children of the slum a chance to let their voices and songs be heard. Those taking part in this program will provide students a basic understanding of musical theory (note reading, etc.) as well as instrument and vocal training. It has been set up by past IVHQ volunteers in Kenya in addition to current school curriculum.

Current classes include guitar, piano, introduction to music, and traditional music lessons where students share and learn from each other cultural and tribal songs. The children of Kibera have music ingrained in them. Not a moment goes by that you cannot find them singing and dancing, creating music by clapping, stomping, and banging.

By taking part in this newly developing program you can give these children a chance to transcend the confines of the slum through the joy and celebration, the creativity and inspiration that is music. A background in music and basic knowledge of musical theory and practical ability is imperative if you are to be a successful participant on this program.

 

 

 

Start Dates

1st and 15th of every month

Requirements

You must be 18 years or older on the volunteer program start date and have at least a high school education. All volunteers must provide a criminal background check.