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.

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