Drums of the World
[Family/Children performance click here]
(Interested Nebraska, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas-based, non-profit organizations can contact me to learn about applying for a grant to cover 35-45% of the artist fees)


“A superb feast for the ear and spirit...and imagination!”
--Vic Faesser, Pawnee County Arts Council

International touring artist Michael Fitzsimmons presents his Drums of the World concerts featuring rare instruments from Switzerland called Hang – reminiscent of the steel drums of Trinidad.

Incorporating the Hang with over 30 years' experience as a composer and performer, Michael has spellbound audiences with the beautiful, other worldly sounds of these unique and intriguing instruments.

Dancing Man Music's multicultural concerts showcase an exciting variety of drums from Cuba, West Africa, Central and South America; flutes from Brazil, China and Native America; pan pipes from Bolivia; and kalimbas from South Africa. Michael weaves variety into his performances, as multilayered songs unfold before your eyes and between your ears.

Concert options include a 90-minute concert with intermission or a 50-minute concert with audience participation, followed by a drum circle. (Michael's drum circles are a "hit" with young and old alike!) Concerts are often combined with residency programs.

Non-profit organizations may be eligible for grant money.

Fees: Contact Michael to create an event suited to your needs.


“Michael is able to use his many talents to inspire and connect his audience. His enthusiasm in the music and its many messages is contagious, which makes for a very dynamic and entertaining evening.”
--Deirdre Fay, Assistant Professor of Music, Bismarck State College, Bismarck, SD

More reviews of past presenters can be found here.



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