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!
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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.
Northern California — February 22 to March 1, & March 6-8
Mister Boom Boom kicks off the tour in Northern California, bringing his hands-on African Drum Circle experience to schools, libraries, and community centers throughout the region.
Southern California — March 2 to 5
The rhythm continues down the coast as Mister Boom Boom visits Southern California, sharing high-energy drumming and interactive music programs with communities across the area.
Illinois & Michigan — TBD
The tour moves into the Midwest as Mister Boom Boom brings his one-of-a-kind program to schools and libraries throughout Illinois and Michigan. These interactive performances are ideal for spring celebrations and educational assemblies.
Texas — TBD
Mister Boom Boom heads south to Texas, filling schools and community venues with rhythm, learning, and laughter — an exciting lead-up to the summer season.
Georgia & Florida — TBD
The tour wraps up in the Southeast with visits to Georgia and Florida, where Mister Boom Boom will share the joy of rhythm, movement, and musical exploration with children and families.
Each show features authentic West African hand drums, including the djembe, talking drum, and shekere — all beautifully hand-crafted instruments that children can 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. For Mister Boom Boom’s Press Kit, please click here.
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.
If you are looking for Frank’s (Mister Boom Boom’s) press kit, you can access it here.
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.
APT Part 3 Full Bucket Drumming Play Along for Kids and Music Class with Mister Boom Boom
We love making music more accessible by using everyday items like cups! Watch how Miss Ryan keeps the beat with cups to Down By The Bay!
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We’re learning about Jazz and Blues this month. Mr. Ben has us all singing along!
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Skinnamarinky Valentine’s Day Song for Kids | Preschool Music with Miss Chelsea and Mister Boom Boom
Instrument exploration with the glockenspiel.
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Mr. Luca had a farm E-I-E-I-O! 🐓🐐🐴🐑🚜
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APT Part 2 Bucket Drumming Learn Two New Rhythm Patterns with Mister Boom Boom
Mr. Ben and his guitar has us singing, dancing and jumping like stars! 🌟
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Snow day! We hope everyone is staying safe and warm and has some fun in the snow!
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