Dhow Countries Music Academy Placement
by World Unite!
Program Overview
Zanzibar is a melting pot of African, Arabic, Indian, and European cultural influences. Taarab, as the island's traditional music, is the best example of this mix and the influences of diverse cultures.
The Dhow Countries Music Academy (DCMA) in Zanzibar is a leading cultural institution in East and Central Africa for music education, research, conservation, and the advancement of traditional music on local, regional, and international levels. The academy also provides music education at private schools for children under ten.
Volunteers and interns can:
- Teach all kinds of musical instruments
- Provide children with music education
- Design/create or restore instruments
- Handle public relations
- Handle librarianship
International participants can participate in DCMA lessons or activities free of charge as compensation for their efforts.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Winter
- Arts
- Culture
- Education
- Music
Updated Jun 2, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Zanzibar City, Zanzibar
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Resume
- Written Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Winter
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