DJEMBE DEVON DRUM FEST
EVENT PROPOSAL
Event date: 05.04.2025 - 06.04.2025
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This event proposal is a detailed plan that outlines our event concept, objectives, budget, venue, schedule, staffing needs, and more.
It's our pitch to potential clients or stakeholders about why our event idea should be selected and funded.
Get ready to experience a vibrant celebration of culture and creativity
at the Djembe Devon Drum Fest!
Hi there potential client,
Natasha Vigille: Founder/Event Manager/Facilitator/Drum Instructor
Who are we?
Djembe Devon is dedicated to promoting cultural exchange through music, art, and community engagement.
Our expertise
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Workshop Facilitation
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Logistical Arrangements and Planning
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Coordination of Speakers and Entertainment
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Catering Services and Hospitality Management
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And additional services!
Djembe Devon African Drumming Masterclass with Ras Jabulani
2024
founded
100+
workshops
1K
happy customers
EVENT OVERVIEW
THE DATES
5th April 2025
6th April 2025
BUDGET
£17K
GUESTS EXPECTED
500+
THE EVENT
A unique captivating experience that blends cultural enrichment with team-building and educational community engagement, making us a standout choice for both corporate and community clients.
THE VENUE
St Pauls Church, Preston, Paignton, TQ3 2DH. Perfect for fostering an innovative and collaborative community atmosphere, designed by Nugent Cachemaille-Day and built in 1938–39.
EVENT GUIDELINES
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Innovative Workshops: Attendees encouraged to participate in interactive Djembe drumming workshops.
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Networking Etiquette: Foster connections respectfully, avoiding overly aggressive promotional tactics.
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Social Media Guidelines: Encourage sharing but respect privacy and intellectual property.
Main goal of the event
Propel community and business innovation and collaboration. Djembe Devon Drum Fest aims to inspire creativity, share groundbreaking insights, and foster connections that drive success into the future, through creating spaces where people can come together, learn, and share in unique experiences.
African Drumming Team Building Corporate Workshop
The djembe, with its rich history and ability to bring people together, is the perfect medium to achieve this.
Djembe Devon Drum Fest is a place where individuals from all walks of life can experience the joy and unity that comes from drumming together...
This vision is not just about providing a service; it's about building a community, one beat at a time!
We are committed to delivering authentic and engaging experiences through drumming workshops and performances, fostering creativity and community spirit. We value inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that everyone feels empowered and connected. With a passion for inspiring joy and collaboration, we aim to create meaningful connections and empower individuals through the art of drumming.
Objectives
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Increase brand awareness: Allow the public to get familiar with our company and what we have to offer.
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Help People Make Connections: The main takeaway we want our audience to experience is to make connections. We want our audience to resonate with the content presented, other people in attendance and the overall concept.
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Generate Immediate Revenue: Capitalise on footfall and earn income from event enhancements (diverse market.)
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Services/Product Awareness: Get the word out about our workshop services.
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Acquire New Customers: Solidify new customers and collaborations via networking.
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Give Back: Raise money for charity.
Our timeframe
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Oct 15 - Jan 31: initial event planning and sales promotion
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Feb 1 - Feb 28: catering and venue preparations
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Mar 1 - April 1: final planning and rehearsals
VENUE CATERING
CATERING ISN'T COMPULSARY...
BUT IT'S A GREAT EVENT ENHANCEMENT OPTION
Djembe Devon Drum Fest are passionate about collaborating with local Afro-Caribbean food vendors to provide a selection of delicious traditional food and beverages to fuel the minds of attendees...
Food can help build community connections in many ways, including:
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Social bonding
Eating food with others can strengthen existing social connections and create new ones. -
Starting conversations
Food can be a starting point for conversations and a way to open up to others. -
Sense of belonging
Food education and community engagement can help people feel a sense of belonging. -
Knowledge exchange
Food education and community engagement can create opportunities for people to exchange knowledge and work towards positive change.
EVENT PROGRAM
11:30AM - Introductions
Facilitator Intros: Housekeeping and program break down.
12PM - Drum Workshop
Interactive Djembe drum workshop begins.
2PM - Speaker
Educational talk about Djembe.
2:30PM - Drum Workshop
Interactive Djembe drum workshop begins.
4PM - Event Closure
Event wrap up!
Welcome attendees: Meet, great and seat... Networking opportunities.
10:30AM - Welcome & Networking
11:45AM - Demo Performance
Drumming demo: Set the tone for the day.
1PM - 2PM - Lunch Break
Communal lunch. Networking opportunities.
2:20PM - Group Performance
Drum performance: Interactive percussion
3:30PM - Q&A
Q&A's: Promo & Networking opportunities.
BUDGET INCLUDES
The budget quote of £17K includes but is not limited to:
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2 Day Djembe drumming bespoke workshop event
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4 x 60 minute facilitated interactive workshops
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Live performances
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100+ Djembe drums included
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Equipment: Relevant props, music tracks, percussion instruments
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Travel, transportation & Accommodation
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Pre event coordinator
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Professional performers, speakers, musicians and facilitators
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Event marketing and social media
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All insurances
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Catering
MEET THE TEAM
Looking forward to potentially collaborating...
Let's meet and create more memorable events together!
Thank you,
Natasha Vigille: Founder/Event Manager/Facilitator/Drum Instructor