Music class is an important part of daily life at Daraja Academy. In the video below, taken from early on the in the school year, the students sing a beautiful version of “Life Is But A Dream” in the round, led by their music teacher Miss Catherine.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CPZoPR-xZU

Music lessons have advanced to the point where the students now have, with tremendous pride, written the Daraja Academy school song. While a video of the girls singing the song is not yet available, the lyrics are reproduced below. The poetic beauty of the lyrics needs no introduction. We look forward to sharing a performance of the song on this blog soon!

Daraja Ni Tuzo Twajivunia
(Daraja Is A Gift Worth Living For)

Daraja is a precious gift,
It’s been a long term dream for us
Happiness, peace and love we’ve got
Daraja…Daraja…
Daraja is a gift worth working for.

Daraja, a true bridge for us,
It’s been a crossing line for us
Goals, dreams, and futures within reach
Daraja…Daraja…
Daraja is a gift worth fighting for.

Daraja, our pride will always shine,
It’s been a mirror for us all
Hard work and discipline is our drive
Daraja…Daraja…
Daraja a gift worth living for