Library Play Patrol

Our musical storytelling program collaborates with libraries to deliver engaging and top-notch music education sessions at an affordable rate.

Music, Literacy, Storytelling

Are you looking for an exciting and affordable way to enrich your community’s musical education? Look no further than our musical storytelling program, designed to work with libraries and bring top-quality music education sessions to your area. Our featured programs, including African Drum Circle, Bucket Drumming, There’s Something in My Closet (book reading), and our upcoming 2024 featured program, Going on an Adventure, are sure to captivate and inspire your audience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to ignite a passion for music in your community!

Program Features

  • Performances should take place in a large open space
  • There must be a 10 foot distance between performer and audience
  • The programs African Drum Circle and There's Something in My Closet are exclusively performed by Mister Boom Boom
  • Mister Boom Boom is available for performances nationwide
  • Play Patrol team members are available for performances within a 50 mile radius of Philadelphia
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Featured Fall & Winter Programs

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Countdown to Noon

Ring in the “New Year” a little early with our exciting Countdown to Noon celebration! This lively library program is designed for children and families to enjoy a fun-filled morning of music, movement, and joy before the clock strikes twelve.

The festivities begin with counting songs that get everyone singing and practicing numbers together. Next, children will jump, clap, and wiggle through high-energy movement activities that keep the celebration in motion. An interactive story invites kids to participate, laugh, and imagine as we read and act out a tale that ties into the day’s theme.

Finally, we’ll join together for the big moment—the countdown to noon—followed by a colorful parade through the library, complete with music, noise-makers, and big smiles to welcome the “new year” in style!

Festival of Bells

Celebrate the sounds of the season at our Festival of Bells! This joyful holiday program fills the air with the bright, cheerful tones of hand bells, xylophones, and other melodic percussion instruments. We’ll perform a selection of festive holiday songs, sharing the music and stories that make this time of year so special.

Throughout the program, children will be invited to join in—playing instruments alongside the music and experiencing the magic of making music together. After the performance, kids can explore the instruments up close, experimenting with sounds and rhythms at their own pace.

Perfect for preschool and early elementary ages, Festival of Bells is a hands-on musical celebration that brings families together in harmony for the holidays.

African Drum Circle

Step into the circle and feel the beat in Mister Boom Boom’s African Drum Circle, an immersive, hands-on musical journey that brings the power and spirit of African drumming to life—while connecting its influence to rhythms and instruments from around the world.

This high-energy program centers around the djembe, the heart of West African rhythm, and expands to include a dynamic collection of global percussion instruments, including bongos, cajon, and more, that trace their roots back to African traditions.

Bilingual Beats for Babies, Tots & Young Children

¡Bienvenidos! Get ready for a joyful, interactive musical adventure that brings Spanish music and language to life for you and your little ones! Our engaging program is specially designed for parents, toddlers, and young children to explore the vibrant rhythms of Latin music while naturally developing language skills in both English and Spanish.

Through singing, dancing, and hands-on musical fun, your family will experience the magic of bilingual learning in an exciting and supportive environment. Don’t miss this unforgettable opportunity to bond, play, and grow together—join us and let the music lead the way!

Featured Summer 2026 Programs

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Unearth the Beat: Asian & Pacific Islander Instruments

Join us for a musical journey across Asia and the Pacific Islands! Unearth the Beat introduces children to the fascinating world of percussion instruments from China, Japan, and other countries throughout the region. Through engaging storytelling and hands-on exploration, students will discover the origins, sounds, and cultural significance of each instrument. Best of all, every child will have the chance to play the instruments during and after the show, creating an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and creativity.

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Universe of Sounds

Step into the Universe of Sounds — where music meets science! Students explore how technology creates music through electronic instruments like the theremin and voicebox. By experimenting with sound waves, vibration, and digital effects, they’ll discover the science behind music and the creativity behind technology.

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Mister Boom Boom's African Drum Circle

Unleash the rhythm within you with our exclusive program that teaches you to play a range of West African hand drums, including the djembe and the talking drum. The program wraps up with an exhilarating dance and drum circle, where you get to showcase your newly acquired skills. Mister Boom Boom exclusively performs this program.

Bucket Drumming

Discover the rhythm that surrounds us every day, even in ordinary objects at home. Our innovative bucket drumming program teaches students how to transform these objects into musical instruments and create their own beats.

Sing & Play Storytime

Get ready to sing, dance, and play along in this musical storytelling program, featuring beloved books like Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and Chicka Chicka Boom Boom! Children will explore these classic tales through catchy songs, rhythm games, and playful instruments, bringing every page to life with sound and movement. Kids will stomp like a bear, munch like a caterpillar, and groove to the alphabet’s beat as they develop early literacy, rhythm, and listening skills. Perfect for little ones ages 2-6. Let’s move, make music, and experience the magic of storytime in a whole new way!

Schedule Your Performance

There are different rates for performances by a Play Patrol team member and Mister Boom Boom.

Mister Boom Boom

Library Performance
$ 199
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30-40 Minute Performance
  • Mister Boom Boom will execute your performance
  • Up to 50 students indoors per session
  • A travel fee of $3.00/mile is applied for locations more than 25 miles away
  • Call our office to receive a custom quote if you are located outside of the Philadelphia region
  • Discounts are available for booking multiple shows at your location or with the library system
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Play Patrol Team - Fall/Spring

Library Performance
$ 149
99
30-40 Minute Performance
  • A member of the Music Play Patrol team will execute the performance
  • The African Drum Circle Program is only performed by Mister Boom Boom
  • Prices are for sessions scheduled September - May
  • A travel fee of $3.00/mile is applied for locations more than 25 miles away
  • Must be located within 100 miles of our Philadelphia office
  • Discounts are available for booking multiple shows at your location or with the library system

Play Patrol Team - Summer

Library Performance
$ 179
99
30-40 Minute Performance
  • A member of the Music Play Patrol team will execute the performance
  • The African Drum Circle Program is only performed by Mister Boom Boom
  • Prices are for sessions scheduled June - August
  • A travel fee of $3.00/mile is applied for locations more than 25 miles away
  • Must be located within 100 miles of our Philadelphia office
  • Discounts are available for booking multiple shows at your location or with the library system

Mister Boom Boom's Play Patrol Shop

Are you a fan of Mister Boom Boom? If so, you won’t want to miss the amazing offerings at the Mister Boom Boom’s Play Patrol Shop, where we have a fantastic selection of apparel, instruments, books, and more. 

Classroom Egg Shakers
Junior Music Kit
Egg Shaker 4 Pack

Why Choose Us?

As a minority-owned music and sports enrichment company, we understand the importance of quality education for all students. Unfortunately, budget constraints often prevent schools from offering music and fitness programs that enhance a child's creativity and physical well-being. That's where we come in. Our experienced team of instructors provides affordable services to schools in need of music and fitness programs. By working with us, schools can offer their students the opportunity to learn and grow in an enriching environment. Join us in our mission to bridge the gap caused by budget restrictions in schools.