Books

Kalani has written over nine books on a variety of topics, including how to play the Congas, Bongos, Djembe, and a variety of hand percussion instruments. His award-winning, Together in Rhythm, describes the Developmental Community Music approach to music making and comes with a DVD. The West African Drum & Dance curriculum features 20 progressive lessons that teach students how to create traditional West African music, dance and song in a village-style performance. All Kalani’s books are clear, concise, and suitable for beginners and advanced musicians. Click on a title below to review and purchase any book on Amazon.com.

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The majority of Kalani’s books are published by Alfred Publishing, one of the largest and most respected music publishers in the world. To find out more about kalani’s instructional drumming and percussion books, or to purchase instructional DVDs by Kalani, click on any of the titles above or search for newer titles directly on AMAZON.

Purchase Kalani’s latest book, The Way of Music.

ukulele & drumming program


Join us for this unique training opportunity that combines the ukulele, drumming, and 'island' music. Strum & Drum is for teachers, facilitators, and anyone who loves music and people.


Learn several world music arrangements of popular island-style songs. Perfect for upper elementary, middle school, high school ensembles or community groups. Improve your own musicianship and have fun at the same time. Graduate-level CEUs available.
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DCM courses teach community music facilitation skills through immersion in active play. Participants learn drum circle facilitation, interactive drumming, rhythm games, traditional drumming, song-leading, and verbal processing techniques. Courses are taught by Kalani, MT-BC and align with professional standards in music education, music therapy and related professions. July 14-19, 2013 in Los Angeles

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Kalani in Japan

Find out about Kalani's upcoming workshops in Japan (Dec-Jan) or inquire about hosting a Kalani workshop in your area.
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SKYPE with Kalani

SKYPE (Video Conferencing) Sessions can include personal and professional consulting, evaluations, lessons, coaching and more. Perfect for individuals and groups of all kinds.

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