On 10/28/08 our beloved teacher, mentor and friend Abdoulaye Diakite was taken to the hospital due to carbon monoxide poisoning. As a result of the accident Abdoulaye is currently battling a variety of physical and mental set backs. His condition has been extremely critical however his strong spirit has put him on the path of recovery. We continue to pray for a full recovery, that every day we might see positive change.
In light of this unfortunate situation, DrumSkull Drums has partnered with many others from the Oakland, CA drum and dance community to spearhead efforts to raise funds for Abdoulaye and his family during this trying time. At the end of 2008, DrumSkull Drums established a website for others to monitor his progression. The website also serves as the primary source for updates on fundraising efforts being held. It is currently being updated and maintained by Abdoulaye's good friend, student and housemate Jesse Servin.
The website can be found at www.abdoulayeupdate.com
For the latest update on Abdoulaye click here: Abdoulaye Update
To learn more about Abdoulaye click here: Abdoulaye Diakite Bio
Donations
To make a donation to Abdoulaye click here: You can help!
DrumSkull Drums knows full well that we would not be here today without the lessons, support and encouragement of so many influential African teachers throughout the years. We recognize that this music that we have grown to love is a gift that does not belong to us but has been shared with us. We understand that we are here today because many pioneering Africans forged the way before us and made it possible for this music to flourish throughout the entire world. In acknowledgement of this, we are proud to be able to give back to those that have been so generous to us.
In support of all Africans that are here in the US, DrumSkull Drums offers to you a 30% discount on any of our products being purchased for your own personal use. This is our way of saying thank you.
DrumSkull Drums is a proud contributor to:
- 418 Project - Santa Cruz, CA
- Jaliya - San Jose, CA
- Abdoulaye Diakite La Pena Benefit - Berkeley, CA
- Neighborhood Childcare Center - Santa Cruz, CA
- Roots & Rhythms - Austin, TX
- Abdoulaye Diakite Workshop Benefit - Santa Cruz, CA
- Drums Around The World - Santa Cruz, CA
