Tag: djimbe

  • The Best Djembes: Professional Level Djembes And Where To Buy them

    The Best Djembes: Professional Level Djembes And Where To Buy them


    If you are in the market for a djembe drum you are faced with a huge variety of choices. There are djembes made in Africa, Bali and many different parts of the world. So what is the best djembe for you, for your needs and where do you get it? Which djembe drum should you… Read More »

  • New How To Play Djembe on line (downloadable) Djembe and West African drumming Lessons now available!

    New How To Play Djembe on line (downloadable) Djembe and West African drumming Lessons now available!


    My latest instructional series on how to play the djembe and west african drumming styles is now available for easy downloads at X8drums.com. This easy to follow tutorial series features easy to follow instructions, over the shoulder shots and special slow motion sequences to make your learning experience easier and fun! Please check it out… Read More »

  • Spectac (big show) in Conakry Guinea


    This video features master drummer Jaques, a unique djembe player  performing with his friends and piers in a West African drum and dance extravaganza! Read More »

  • History of the djembe part one


    According to the Bamana people in Mali, the name of the djembe comes directly from the saying “Anke dje, anke be” which literally translates to “everyone gather together” and defines the drum’s purpose. In the Bamakan language, “Dje” is the verb for “gather” and “be” translates as “everyone”. Read More »

Michael Pluznick