A Fun, Practical Approach to Learning the Fundamentals of Playing Djembe
Author: Liz Broscoe
Type: Instructional
Style: Djembe Fundamentals - This book includes a DVD Video & a 78 Track Play-Along CD!
"By studying and applying the tools provided in 'Djembe 101', you can develop good technique and an understanding of timing. This can assist you in remembering the rhythms and effortlessly sharing them with others."
"Whether this book is your first introduction to the djembe or is adding to your ongoing rhythmic journey, my hope is that you develop a greater foundation on the instrument, thereby inspiring you to pursue more knowledge from the master drummers." - Liz Broscoe
Layout of Djembe 101&DVD:
Introduction
Lesson one - Basics - Getting the fundamental sounds (bass, open tone and slap) and learning the language of Gun, Dun, go, do, Pa, Ta
Lesson Two - Rudiments - Getting your hands to flow better on the drum
Lesson Three - Timing - Downbeat, subdivisions, syncopation, moving 16th notes and the "foot thing"
Lesson Four - Understanding Music Notation - Music notation and time meters 4/4 and 12/8 and sticking
Lesson Five - Play Along Exercises - Fun exercises to play along with audio CD rhythm track
