LLMT 415 - African Drumming

Experience the community and excitement of a drum circle and explore traditional rhythms from Africa and the Diaspora in this fun, user-friendly introduction to hand drumming. Develop your inner rhythms as you learn to understand and follow a beat with simple and multi-part drumming patterns. We'll also cover Djembe playing technique and the ensemble-playing skills of rhythmic listening, soloing, and improvisation. Feel the culture come alive as you play on a hand-carved African Djembe drum. No musical experience required! Drums and background instruments are provided.