Learning to play the bongos has never been easier than with this new DVD from Alan Dworsky the award-winning author of 'Conga Drumming' and 'How to Play Djembe.' Designed for the first-time hand drummer this video teachesfun funky grooves that fit with all kinds of music. The instruction is clear and step-by-step with no boring exercises. Each pattern is taught with overhead and side views and slow motion is used to help make sure every detailis clear. The techniques used in this non-traditional approach are easy to learn and easy on the hands. Each lesson has a matching play-along track to practice with. The DVD comes with a PDF file with charts of all the patterns and there's a section on the video explaining how to read the charts. Also included are tips on tuning and how to hold the bongos explanations of basic rhythmic concepts and examples of how to use the grooves to play along withrecorded music or jam with friends.

Arrangeur : Stiftung Jedem Kind ein Instrument / Band 2 - JeKi / Cajon, Djembe & Co.

Description Inspire your students to make some noise with Teach and Play African Drums ! The six pieces in this book represent an exciting and varied selection of music from across the African continent, from traditional djembe drumming and gumboot dancing to a Senegalese pop song. Each piece is broken down into clear and simple steps that show you how to build up the music gradually with your class. Combined with the accompanying DVD ? which contains over 60 short clips of the author and a group of KS3 students demonstrating all of the instruments and patterns to each piece ? teaching and learning world music has never been so easy or enjoyable. The six pieces are supplemented with valuable background information about the music and culture, cross-curricular projects, composing ideas, advice on assessment and guidance on teaching whole-class world-music ensembles. The material has been designed primarily for use with KS2 and KS3 classes, but the addition of higher-ability parts for each piece means the book can be tailored easily to KS4 as well. It is not necessary to own authentic instruments to get the most out of this book as classroom alternatives are suggested and demonstrated. ?This series has been written by a genuine expert who has thorough knowledge of his subject and shares this with the reader in a lively, enthusiastic and passionate way. I have never found any books before that are so clear in explaining the fundamentals of these world-music genres, and doing so in a format based around practical, relevant and achievable tasks is even more remarkable. I can see these books becoming one of those series that every music teacher will have either read or heard about in years to come.? Matt Allen, Head of Music, Chessington Community College, Kingston

(Stand Tall)-Also written for 2-part treble this SATB arrangement is written in the world music style and is accessible for all level choirs. The text which is in both Swahili and English is about standing tall on the earth not with anger or aggression but with hope strength acceptance and a positive spirit. The voices along with hand claps stomps Djembe shaker and piano all combine for an exciting world music presentation. Duration: ca. 3:00.Performed by Young People's Chorus of NYC Prelude division Sophia Miller conductor.

(Greeting Song)-Now available for mixed voices! This traditional greeting/salutation song of the Kwangali and Sotho people with authentic call and response vocals djembe bass drum and shakers will be easily learned and a singer and audience favorite!

This exciting original work is a fusion of spiritual gospel work songs and joyous celebration! Written for the Sing a Mile High Children's Choral Festival in Colorado this well-crafted work is an excellent selection fordeveloping treble and mixed choirs in school and community groups. With djembe.

2 playing scores.  Oboe and percussion (vibraphone marimba metal/wood/bamboo wind chimes bongos conga djembe maraca rainstick and berimbau)

Par TURNAGE MARK-ANTHONY. Détails de la formation instrumentale: 3(2a Flûte Traversière, pic).3.2 (bcl).cb Clarinette 2.cbn-4.3.2.b Trombone 1-5 Percussion (brake dr., large b.d., pedal b.d., 2 darabukas/2 large bng., 2 bodhrans, sizz.cym., w.bl., large wh., large untuned gng, tuned c.b., xyl., mar., vib., crots., hand bells, tub.bells, djembe, large saucepan)-cimbalom (large ratch.)-hp.pno (cel)-Strings (16.16.12.12.8) - Durée: 24' -/ Répertoire / Saxophone Soprano et Orchestre

score for voice and/or instruments-Composer Jim Papoulis has created an energetic and uplifting work that fuses the rhythms from African American and Latin cultures and uses a text primarily in Swahili interspersed with phrases in Spanish. Supported by shaker Djembe and agogo bell the middle section has the feel of a real celebration with layers of spoken word that lead us to the understanding: ?listen hear stand strong.?

Christian Bourdon's new book features traditional and modern African rhythms for Conga, Tumba and Djembe. The focus is on special playing techniques (floating hand, 'bascules') with exercises for one and two players plus 3 solo pieces. / Conga - Tumba - Djembé

Depuis quelques années, le Djembé est devenu un instrument à la mode dans le monde entier et on le retrouve désormais dans à peu près tous les styles de musique actuels, et non plus uniquement dans les rythmes africains. Son utilisation permet en effet d'apporter une touche d'exotisme au rythme. Le Djembé est sans doute à ce titre l'instrument le plus utilisé, toutes musiques confondues, et pour perpétuer cette polyvalence, il faut étudier toutes les influences rythmiques du monde. C'est pourquoi, dans cet ouvrage, nous avons référencé plus de 300 grooves pour soliste, dans tous les styles actuels (Blues, Rock, Funk, Shuffle, Reggae, Bossa, Rap, Tribal, Techno...) mais également les grooves africains les plus courants. Pour ceux qui ne maîtrisent pas le solfège, les grooves les plus représentatifs sont visibles et audibles sur le DVD. Enfin les dernières pages répertorient des grooves très répandus, à jouer avec des séquences musicales de deux à trois minutes afin de s'exercer avec un véritable orchestre. / Djembé

Description This book is for advanced hand drummers who want to play complex solos using simple sequences of hand strokes. Whether you play Djembe, conga, or ashiko, the practical hand-pattern strategies explained here will help you get the most out of your hands with the least amount of effort. And whether you want to solo in a traditional African or Afro-Cuban ensemble, in a drum circle, in a band, or in your living room along with your favorite CDs, Secrets of the Hand will help you take your playing to the next level. The book is organized into two main sections. The first covers the five basic hand-pattern strategies and the second covers five strategies for creating the illusion of speed. Each new strategy builds on the ones before it. And while you're learning the strategies, you'll also be learning over a hundred patterns that should be a fountain of ideas for you when you solo.

Your sopranos will love this romantic work telling the heartfelt story of love lost! Featuring djembe the appeal of this artful and commanding work lies in the expression enabling your choir to shine! For mature high school and college choirs alike. Duration: ca. 6:40.

Discovery Level 3-The 6/8 meter supported by a djembe gives this spiritual a feeling of momentum that is fresh and contemporary. The gospel harmonies and voice parts are well-crafted for middle school choirs. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:40.

Your singers will love rehearsing and performing this rhythmic celebration based on traditional African music. Layered vocal lines call and response and the vitality of the conga claves and djembe will bring freshness and energy to your concert!