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@@phillipdridge9775 hi Philip, learning the dunduns is such a great way to develop your understanding of djembe. I think k the part that can get overlooked is the bell patterns. They are often seen merely as filler but they are seen by many djembe Folas as the heart of the music (in the same way as clave is quite literally (translates as) the key to Afro Cuban music. Yes coordinating the two takes time. Philip have you looked at Djembe-Videos.com? This site is absolutely amazing and they provide a whole area in their site to developing dundun technique.

I could certainly add this at a later date. However in the short term I’m going into mad summer workshop season so wouldn’t be able to provide immediately. Have you tried using a metronome (an electronic one) and have it blue toothed to a small speaker. You can then set the speeds and have it faster the more confident you get. There are lots of apps. I use MetroTimer. Using a mean robotic timing device is a very good way of improving your timing. All the best Philip and thank you for your kind feedback!

​@unbeatableenergy Thank you, yes I have a couple of metronome apps, that I use. It's the only way to practice, and will be using that in the mean time, thank you for the video's Steve. ❤❤

That’s great to hear. Do get in touch if you need any help. Happy practising 😊

Thank you, Steve. Very appreciated. 👌

Thank you 🙏 glad you enjoyed it

That’s great! I hope you enjoyed it 😊

I live in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire 👍🏾

Where about in Derbyshire ?

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@@surdogal hi there, here are the details of the workshop: goteamup.com/p/1907796-unbeatable-energy-ltd/e/71068397-djembe-fire-all-day-workshop/ You will need a minimum of 6 months experience of regular djembe playing and have a basic understanding of djembe technique. If you are a complete starter do get in touch and I can advise on my classes or alternative teachers for your location. Or if you are already a djembe player it would be lovely for you to join us. Best wishes Steve Rivers

@@surdogal that’s not too far away. I have some friends coming up from Halesowen.

Hi there, just checking you got my last message. Do you need help booking in. I sent a link before in comments to book place. Or you can email me and communicate that way.

Thanks Mich! Regarding your query about tuning. It might be best to contact me via website. Ring me and I’ll explain a little more about djembe care and what you need to look for. Phone details on my website site contact page. Web address on my channel banner.

You can try Knock On Wood. Prices range between £150-£400. Can find second drums on internet. Needs good tuning.

@@unbeatableenergy Thank you. Do you tune the yourself or someone else?

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True true my friend!

You are welcome 🙏

Hey thanks for the kind words! I love the tabla and have a lot of respect for the time and dedication of tabla musicians. Such a beautiful instrument!

That’s great to hear Matt. I’m so pleased the videos are useful for you. Do you practise with a local drumming group?

@@unbeatableenergy yes, we have a few people that gather once a month in New Jersey, US. I'm gonna study some of your videos. Thx, good stuff!

Thanks for the feedback and yes slowmo would be a good idea for next time. If you are a beginner don’t get too stuck with using Grace notes as they can hinder your technique. Concentrate on the actual beats of the rhythm aiming to create good contrast between tone and slap. Grace notes are best if they are allowed to naturally occur as a rhythm and pulse gets to a state of motor memory. Have fun 🤩

Thank you! This was exactly my aim in this series.

Thanks and I’m really pleased it’s been useful. Do share the video with other drummers! 🪘

Gosh! Where to start! The first thing I would recommend is. Ito g the book by Arthur Hull called Drum Circle Spirit. Best wishes Steve Rivers

@@unbeatableenergy Thank you. Thats been great advice already on it! Much appreciated and God bless.

Thank you! More on their way soon. @unbeatableenergy

Thanks! So pleased you enjoy the vids. More on their way 😊

Excellent! Really pleased you enjoy the vids. More on their way 😊

You are welcome Lee - glad it was useful. I’ve put up a new video last week sharing a super rhythm phrase. It’s called ‘Funky Rhythm Zero Effort’ - do check it out! Best wishes Steve

@@unbeatableenergy will do, thanks steve!

Thank you for your comment Susie. Great to know the video was useful. Yes I have more on their way! Best wishes Steve

What a brilliant idea - so generous of you to share 😊

Thanks Amn, it’s inspired by Jola palm stick playing in Gambia and Senegal. Difference is they are far better and there is about 100+ people all going in fast syncopation with each other! It’s deafening and also AMAZING. You can hear them for miles late at night.

Glad you like it! More on their way 😀

Thanks Phillip - I love mustard! 😊

Wow! Blast from the past - and a coincidence as I was just watching this video. It was United not Owls - I didn’t have any footage of that one. I have the full video of Tudor Square and I think I can edit it better now. Let’s catch up - maybe outside RUclips. Email me via my website. It was would lovely to catch up. Best wishes Steve (‘Dramay’ wasn’t a catchy name 😂)

Thanks Void, I’m really enjoying finding the Samba sound in random ‘throw away’ objects. Enjoy!