The Djembe
The eagerness to study African music and its traditional instruments, percussions, including Kora and the Djemba, had led to the spring up of many traditional music institutions throughout Europe and the United States of America.
Africa music is not only entertaining but also a vital part of the music of many cultures.
"How to play Djembe" written by Allan Dworsky and Berty Sanstry, is a complete book, step-by-step, user-friendly course, on how to play djembe.
Right from the start, in addition to learning how to make all the basic strokes, you'll be learning interlocking parts for some of the most popular West African rhythms; Kuku, Djole, Kassa, Madan, Suku, Sunguru Bani, and Thiba.
After working through only a few lessons, you'll be able to put the parts together and start playing these irresistible rhythms with your friends. The rhythms are written in simple charts, so no music reading is required.
The CD that comes with the book gives you a chance to hear how each part sounds separately and how the parts for each rhythm fit together.
It was recorded by John Camara, a master drummer from Bamako, Mali. Each rhythm lasts at least five minutes, so you'll have plenty of time to play along.
And when John solos during the final three minutes of each track, you'll feel the thrill of playing your part along with an ensemble and lead drummer.
It was recorded by John Camara, a master drummer from Bamako, Mali. Each rhythm lasts at least five minutes, so you'll have plenty of time to play along.
And when John solos during the final three minutes of each track, you'll feel the thrill of playing your part along with an ensemble and lead drummer.
The book is available at the Amazon.com