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Respecting Our Instruments
Since we’re discussing the importance of respecting our instruments and educating others about recognizing our drums as valuable musical instruments, […] Read More »
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Unity of the drum-it’s not about flash!
Every day at the gym, I find myself on a machine, watching YouTube videos about drumming. It’s incredible to see […] Read More »
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Why are there so many cracked drum shells?
The increase in cracked or repaired djembe drums we see from West Africa can be attributed to several factors: 1. […] Read More »
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The Philosophy Of Djembe Accompaniment
The Role of Djembe Players in West African Drumming At the heart of this exploration is the mastery of accompaniment […] Read More »
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Succeeding as a professional percussionist
Consider the dynamics of a band, which can often mirror that of a family unit. The synergy and chemistry between […] Read More »
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Martial Arts and Drumming
Exploring the Profound Connection Between Martial Arts and Hand Drumming Fluidity of Movement At the heart of both martial arts […] Read More »
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The state of djembe and conga drum solos
Calling all percussion students and rhythm enthusiasts! Let’s talk about the state of djembe and conga drum solos that we […] Read More »
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It’s Your Thing
The Profound Relationship Between Music and the Performer At the core of any musical journey lies the essential relationship between […] Read More »
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Playing Tips for hand drummers
Embracing Growth Through Collaboration: The Journey of Drumming When you find yourself playing alongside more experienced drummers, it’s natural to […] Read More »
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Adventures In India Drumming
“It was the best of times and the worst of times.” Who wants to hear a New Year’s Eve adventure […] Read More »
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Soloing On hand Drums in jams performances and musical situations
Embrace Your Unique Voice: The Art of Soloing on Drums When it comes to soloing on drums, it’s essential to […] Read More »
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Learning to play drums is like making new friends with someone you dont know
Have you ever found yourself butting heads with someone you just didn’t click with, only to realize later that they […] Read More »
