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  • Mali Suku (Soli) djembe solo technique class

    Here is my Mali Suku (Soli) djembe solo technique class with master Aruna Sidibe in Bamako Mali, West Africa. I am reciting  back to my teacher specific djembe phrases or “techniques” which are age old, and played by all drummers who play traditional Mali west african djembe drums. Read More »

  • Buying a new drum?

    People often ask me for tips about buying drums. Here’s some advice to give you a head start. Great places to buy drums: Drumskull Drums Rhythm Traders You can call Drumskull and ask them any question(s) you want about their drums. I have been dealing with them for 20 years and their drums are always… Read More »

  • Daily practice tips

    A good friend and long time drummer recommends that students play every day. Some people think that means they have to sit around for hours at a time but he say’s even five minutes to connect with your instrument (in this case the djembe drum) makes all the difference in the world. You are building… Read More »

  • Listening to learn

    Many drummers new to the art of djembe music think that they must play and participate in a drum circle, jam or dance class as a way to learn to drum. Most experienced players will tell you something different. By going to a djembe session or African dance class and sitting on the side watching… Read More »

Michael Pluznick