Mister Boom Boom, also known as Frank Coates, is a highly accomplished music educator, multi-instrumentalist, children’s author, and proud owner of Play Patrol.
Mister Boom Boom, also known as Frank Coates, is a highly accomplished music educator, multi-instrumentalist, children’s author, and proud owner of Play Patrol.
Mister Boom Boom has dedicated over twenty years to music education and is a passionate advocate for children’s musical development. His YouTube channel, Mister Boom Boom’s Music Room, captivates over one million viewers monthly, introducing children to the world of music and percussion. When not leading local music classes, Mister Boom Boom performs engaging drum and storytelling shows at school assemblies and libraries nationwide. With expertise in early education and creative arts, he is available to speak at conferences, workshops, and professional development events to share his effective methods for working with children. Continue scrolling to discover more about the impactful services offered by Mister Boom Boom!
Get ready for an unforgettable year of music, movement, and fun! Mister Boom Boom is taking his renowned African Drum Circle and interactive music programs on the road throughout 2026 — bringing rhythm, culture, and creativity to communities across the country.
West Coast — February & March
Washington • Oregon • California • Utah • Colorado • Arizona
Join Mister Boom Boom as he brings his hands-on African Drum Circle experience to schools, libraries, and community centers across the western U.S.!
Illinois & Michigan — April
The tour continues through the Midwest, with Mister Boom Boom sharing his one-of-a-kind program with schools and libraries throughout Illinois and Michigan. These interactive performances are perfect for spring cultural events and educational assemblies.
Georgia & Floria — May
Mister Boom Boom heads to Georgia and Florida this spring, sharing the joy of rhythm and movement with preschools, libraries, and community programs throughout the Peach State. Perfect for end-of-year celebrations and cultural enrichment events!
Texas — Early June
The tour wraps up in Texas with high-energy drumming, laughter, and learning — a fantastic way to kick off the summer season!
Each show features authentic West African hand drums, including the djembe, talking drum, and shekere — all hand-crafted instruments that children get to play during and after the show.
To schedule a program, please call our office at (215) 621-6008 ext. 1 rather than booking online, as tour logistics and planning are handled directly.
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!
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.
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.
Play Patrol’s Bucket Drumming program offers a high-energy, rhythm-based music experience that transforms ordinary plastic buckets into powerful percussion instruments. Designed for children from preschool through elementary school, this class fuses music education with physical coordination and creativity in a fun, interactive setting.
Blast off on a musical adventure through the Universe of Sounds! This exciting, hands-on program introduces children to the fascinating world of electronic instruments like the mysterious theremin, the funky voice box, and other unique sound-making machines.
Along the way, kids will explore the STEM principles behind the music—learning how electricity, magnetism, and sound waves work together to create unusual tones and effects. They’ll discover how pitch changes with frequency, how vibrations travel, and how circuits bring these instruments to life.
Children will not only hear mind-bending demonstrations, but also have opportunities to experiment with the instruments themselves, adjusting controls, creating sound patterns, and making their own cosmic compositions.
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!
Are you searching for an unforgettable school assembly experience for your students? Look no further than Mister Boom Boom’s engaging assemblies. Featuring interactive elements, plenty of dancing, and the opportunity for students to play instruments, Mister Boom Boom’s assemblies are a hit. The African Drum Circle program, a favorite among students and teachers, incorporates West African hand drums and gets everyone moving to the beat. This program is suitable for students of all ages. For a captivating storytelling-based experience, consider “There’s Something in My Closet” program, inspired by Mister Boom Boom’s children’s book. This program imparts valuable lessons on honesty and confidence-building through positive affirmations, complete with unique electronic instruments and voice effects that students love. Additionally, Mister Boom Boom can tailor programs to complement any existing theme. Register below or complete the contact form to discover more about Mister Boom Boom’s school assembly programs.
Experience the excitement of Mister Boom Boom’s captivating performances at your preschool or summer camp! With 30 minutes of non-stop fun, up to 25 students can immerse themselves in the world of music and explore a variety of instruments. Don’t miss out – secure your spot now by selecting your program options or reaching out to us through the contact form for more details.
Get ready to kick-start the ultimate party experience! Mister Boom Boom will set the tone with energetic movement songs that will have everyone on their feet. Our personalized guitar and ukulele sing-alongs will get the whole crowd singing along in no time. The interactive drum circle is always a hit, and our parachute activity is the perfect way to wrap up the festivities. But the most memorable moment of the party will be the special rendition of “Happy Birthday” performed exclusively for the guest of honor!
Attention educators! Are you searching for exciting ways to bring music into your classroom? Look no further than Mister Boom Boom’s professional development workshops. Led by Frank Coates, also known as Mister Boom Boom, these workshops offer invaluable insights for early and elementary education educators. Topics covered include Rhythm in Early Education, Musical Storytelling, and Bucket Drumming, designed for both music educators and general education teachers. Mister Boom Boom’s clinics are renowned for their engaging and interactive nature. Frank shares a wealth of knowledge and experience, providing educators with practical ways to incorporate music into their classroom. Not only will you learn something valuable, but you’ll also have fun doing it. In addition to his music-based workshops, Frank is available to speak on additional topics including minority business ownership, entrepreneurship, organizational leadership, and motivational topics.
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.
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Our company is a leading provider of music and sports enrichment programs for schools. We take pride in our ability to offer affordable services to schools that may not have the resources to hire a full-time music or fitness instructor.
