The Living Diversity Club goes to Egypt through Egyptian music and cuisine.

In our Egyptian music session the students were shown the popular 'darbouka' also known as tablah.  The origin of the term 'darbukka' comes from the Arabic word 'darba' (to strike).  This  goblet drum may be played while held under one arm or by placing it sideways upon the lap.   Some drums are also made with a strap so the drum may be slung over the shoulder  to enable the drummer to dance while playing.   The darbouka sound characterizes many festive occasions in the North African and Eastern countries.