Mastering the Art of Playing Djembe as a Beginner: A Complete Guide To African Drumming Techniques, Rhythms, History, Percussion Patterns, Cultural Or
Language: English
Published by Independently published, 2025
- Softcover
- New
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United KingdomGreatBookPricesUK
AbeBooks seller since January 28, 2020
Condition: New
£ 10.53
Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketSeller Inventory # 50118800-n
- Title
- Mastering the Art of Playing Djembe as a Beginner: A Complete Guide To African Drumming Techniques, Rhythms, History, Percussion Patterns, Cultural Or
- Author
- Garrett, Peralta
- Publisher
- Independently published
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798316864751
This comprehensive guide takes you through the essential steps to build a solid foundation in djembe drumming. You will learn the correct posture, hand techniques, basic rhythms, and how to read drum notation—an invaluable skill that every serious drummer needs. The step-by-step instructions are designed to break down the complexities of djembe playing, making it easier for you to understand and apply.
In this book, you will discover how to develop a strong sense of rhythm and timing, which is the core of drumming. Through detailed explanations of the different tones, such as bass, tone, and slap, you’ll gain the confidence to produce clear, distinct sounds that resonate with every beat.
No prior musical experience is needed. Whether you want to learn to drum for fun, enhance your musical abilities, or pursue drumming professionally, this book offers beginner-friendly techniques that will bring out the best in your drumming abilities. Along with fundamental lessons, you’ll also find tips on maintaining your djembe, tuning it for optimal sound quality, and how to connect with other drummers for group play.
Key benefits include:
Clear, easy-to-understand instructions for absolute beginners.
Essential hand techniques and finger placement to create proper sounds.
Introduction to basic rhythms and patterns that will help you keep time.
Practical tips on how to develop speed and accuracy with exercises.
A detailed approach to learning how to read and write drum notation.
In addition to technique and rhythm, this guide will take you on a journey through the history and cultural significance of the djembe. You'll explore how this African drum has shaped music worldwide and the importance of drumming in community and tradition. This context will not only deepen your understanding of the instrument but also motivate you to keep learning and practicing.
Whether you want to play djembe as a hobby or with an ensemble, this book is all you need to begin your journey. It offers valuable resources, exercises, and tips to help you progress faster than you ever imagined. You’ll experience how playing the djembe can boost your mental and physical well-being, increase your creativity, and connect you to a world of rhythm and music.
By the time you finish reading, you’ll have everything you need to play djembe confidently and skillfully. With an extensive library of beginner exercises, troubleshooting tips, and the essentials of djembe music theory, you’ll be well on your way to playing with ease and flair.
Take your first step toward mastering the djembe today. Don’t wait any longer—make this book your final stop in learning to play the djembe and start your musical journey now.
"Synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
GreatBookPricesUK
Woodford Green, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since January 28, 2020
Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
| Item | 10 to 27 business days | 10 to 30 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | £ 15.00 | £ 15.00 |
Payment methods
Store description
GreatBookPrices.com is your top source for finding new books at the absolute lowest prices, guaranteed ! We offer big discounts - everyday - on millions of titles in virtually any category, from Architecture to Zoology -- and everything in between. Discover great deals and super-savings, on professional books, text book titles, the newest computer guides, or your favorite fiction authors. You'll find it all - at HUGE SAVINGS - at GreatBookPrices. Browse through our complete online product catalog today. Serving customers around the world for years, we help thousands find just the books they're looking for -- at incredibly low, bargain prices.…
Specialty
TradeBooksSeller's business information
Far Corner Europe Limited
19-20 Bourne Court, 19-20 Bourne Court
Woodford Green, United Kingdom IG8 8HD
Terms of sale
Company Name: GreatBookPricesUK
Legal Entity: Far Corner Europe Limited
Address: 19-20 Bourne Court, Southend Road, Woodford Green Essex, UK IG8 8HD
Registration #: 10691061, VAT GB307932304
Authorized representative: Danielle Hainsey
Right of withdrawal
If you are a consumer you can withdraw from the contract in accordance with the following. Consumer means any natural person who is acting for purposes which are outside his trade, business, craft or profession.
Information regarding the right of withdrawal
Statutory right to withdraw
You have the right to withdraw from this contract within 14 days without giving any reason.
The withdrawal period will expire after 14 days from the day on which you acquire, or a third party other than the carrier and indicated by you acquires, physical possession of the last good or the last lot or piece.
To exercise the right of withdrawal, electronically fill in and submit a clear statement on our website, under "My Purchases" in "My Account". We will communicate to you an acknowledgement of receipt of such a withdrawal on a durable medium (e.g. by e-mail) without delay.
To meet the withdrawal deadline, it is sufficient for you to send your communication concerning your exercise of the right of withdrawal before the withdrawal period has expired.
Effects of withdrawal
If you withdraw from this contract, we will reimburse to you all payments received from you, including the costs of delivery (except for the supplementary costs arising if you chose a type of delivery other than the least expensive type of standard delivery offered by us).
We may make a deduction from the reimbursement for loss in value of any goods supplied, if the loss is the result of unnecessary handling by you.
We will make the reimbursement without undue delay, and not later than 14 days after the day on which we are informed about your decision to withdraw from this contract.
We will make the reimbursement using the same means of payment as you used for the initial transaction, unless you have expressly agreed otherwise; in any event, you will not incur any fees as a result of such reimbursement.
We may withhold reimbursement until we have received the goods back, or you have supplied evidence of having sent back the goods, whichever is the earliest.
You shall send back the goods or hand them over to GreatBookPricesUK, Castle Donington, Derby, United Kingdom, without undue delay and in any event not later than 14 days from the day on which you communicate your withdrawal from this contract to us. The deadline is met if you send back the goods before the period of 14 days has expired. You will have to bear the direct cost of returning the goods. You are only liable for any diminished value of the goods resulting from the handling other than what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics and functioning of the goods.
Exceptions to the right of withdrawal
The right of withdrawal does not apply to:
- The delivery of newspapers, journals or magazines with the exception of subscription contracts; and
- The supply of digital content which is not supplied on a tangible medium (e.g. on a CD or DVD) if you accepted when you placed your order that we could start to deliver it, and that you could not withdraw once delivery had started.
Shipping terms
Our warehouses across the globe are fully operational without substantial delays. We are working hard and continue to overcome the daily challenges presented by COVID-19. There have been reports that delivery carriers are experiencing large delays resulting in longer than normal deliveries to customers. We would like to apologize in advance if your item arrives later than the expected delivery due date.
Internal processing of your order will take about 1-2 business days. Please allow an additional 4-14 business days for Royal Mail delivery.