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Have you always wanted to play djembe and percussion? Well if you have, these are the courses to get you started. Anyone can play, you just need to start. Whether it\u2019s your first step along this journey or you\u2019re further down the road, these courses are the most efficient way for you to learn and improve. The focus is on practical lessons that will get your hands moving. Anyone can drum! You don\u2019t need a music background, and you\u2019re never too old to give it a try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“If you\u2019ve ever been in a room with Mike, then you know two things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is a well seasoned musician with a true burning passion and natural enthusiasm for rhythm and all forms of percussion at his disposal.The second quality you may find yourself aware of is patience. This is particularly helpful given Mike’s thorough attention to detail in his studies and willingness to share his knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chance to learn from someone of his caliber is a opportunity not likely to present itself often over the course of one’s life and so should be seized!”<\/p>\n\u2014Allan George<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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“Michael is one of the best djembe teacher I\u2019 ever meet, He is humble but very knowledgeable his class is interesting,explanation is clear, you can make progress soon in his class.”<\/p>\n\u2014Jet Lee<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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“Michael Pluznick is the best!!! He is An encyclopedia of rhythm! Amazing talent! When searching for authentic patterns whether djembe, conga, djuns\u2026 I reach out to Michael because he is so open to share, explain, break it down and play the ensemble performance of how all the parts are played together. He is brilliant and his technique is perfect. Thank you Michael for sharing your talent and knowledge with us. Drummers- No matter where you are in the world, If you are seeking world rhythms, Michael is your guy!!”<\/p>\n\u2014Nina Rodriguez<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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“I\u2019ve been hand drumming since 1976 and have never witnessed a more experienced giving teacher on the many different forms of hand drumming. Michael Pluznick and I started the same way but he pursued instruction all over the world. He is a valuable resource and there is no one like him on the planet. Even I, with all my experience, look forward to taking lessons one day.”<\/p>\n\u2014Philip Seward<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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“I have had the honor of taking Conga and Djembe lessons from Michael. He is an extraordinary artist and teacher students of all levels and goals. After 40 years of studying, performing and recording Latin and African percussion and culture, all over the world, Michael still considers himself a student. This inspires him to always find new approaches to his teaching and performing.”<\/p>\n\u2014Marcus Kaplan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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“I first became aware of Michael many years ago when he discovered some drums I had made in a music store here in California. I began watching his video lessons and was very impressed with the way he presented complex beats in easily digested individual parts to give the student a feel for the entire piece. For me understanding where I am in a piece is crucial to being able to fully participate and contribute to the music. I was self taught which means I learned many bad habits that to this day follow me. I believe that if you are serious about the music or even if all you\u2019re interested in is having fun with it you owe it to yourself to find a good teacher and I believe Michael is just that. Learn correctly so you won\u2019t have to “unlearn”.”<\/p>\n\u2014Peter Musser, PM Percussion<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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“Any Percussionist, Drummer, or musician who is looking to improve their skills and make progress should look no further than Michael Pluznick\u2019s website. Michael’s years of study and experience make it easy for anyone to learn and grow as a musician. You can be sure that all his material is top quality and presented in a way that makes learning fun and effective.”<\/p>\n\u2014Kalani Das, MT-BC, Host of World Drum Club Channel<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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