Djembe basics

[hand drummer]

djembe lesson

Hi,

just wondering if kallang CC or anywhere else currently offers djembe classes?

Lyla,

Can contact Lila drums / Kelvin Kew at www.liladrums.com

Hand drummer

 

[kamalbensra]

Saturday's Jam

Hi Hand Drummer,

Is there a jam going on tomorrow (3/1/09)?

Tks.

Kamal

 

[hand drummer]

Jam 3/1/09

Hi Bro Kamal,

Yes at KCC same time - regret uable to attend due to some other engagement.

Hand drummer

 

[justaphase]

hey hand drummer, i thought the Dhol Federation was from Malaysia? do we happen to have a branch here too?

 

[mokster]

sorry to hijack this thread...

i'm interested in getting a Remo key-tuned Djembe, but stumbled upon a similar djembe by Taco.

Taco Djembe: http://www.musicarts.com/Toca-Syner...Mechanically-Tuned-Djembe-680049-i1410020.mac

Anyone has experience with this Taco djembe that you would like to share? it's so much more cheaper than the Remo!

 

[hand drummer]

Toca Synergy Black Mamba

It is a matter of personal choice depending on your preference. If your prefer softer fingering and a lighter djembe - Toca is good value for money choice. But if one prefer fingering and also hard slap and tone resonant - go for the Remo.

Suggest try it out before making your final decision.

 

[Bazma Drum Foundry]

what's a good djembe to buy?

If you're not a good player, a normal rope tuned one will suffice or perhaps a Carlos key-tuned one. If you're getting very good, I recommend an authentic rope tuned djembe from Guinea.

 

[sixdigit]

Mamady's coming!!

 

[Bazma Drum Foundry]

It is a matter of personal choice depending on your preference. If your prefer softer fingering and a lighter djembe - Toca is good value for money choice. But if one prefer fingering and also hard slap and tone resonant - go for the Remo.

Suggest try it out before making your final decision.

Bro, in the beginning, I did quite like the REMO... but after playing for a long while.. I realized that the TOCA actually produces a better sound as compared to the REMO. Its that blasted ringing that I cant stand when you give the REMO a high tone.

 

[Bazma Drum Foundry]

Hi Hand Drummer,

Is there a jam going on tomorrow (3/1/09)?

Tks.

Kamal

Bro,

Join us at KCC, 29/8/09 5pm??

Cheers

Bazma

 

[Reliqq]

Advice!

Hi guys, hoping for some advice from the Djembe players here.

1. Would a larger Djembe sound louder and hence, more bassier?
2. Would the mechanically tuned Djembes sound inferior?
3. Goat skin or synthetic skin?

Basically, I'm looking for a mechanically tuned Djembe for convenience and maintainence's sake. Also, I'm looking for one with a deep-sounding bass. However, I do not know what size to get and whether to use a goat skin or synthetic skin.

Thanks! Really appreciate it if you could answer my questions

 

[Bazma Drum Foundry]

Hi guys, hoping for some advice from the Djembe players here.

1. Would a larger Djembe sound louder and hence, more bassier?
2. Would the mechanically tuned Djembes sound inferior?
3. Goat skin or synthetic skin?

Basically, I'm looking for a mechanically tuned Djembe for convenience and maintainence's sake. Also, I'm looking for one with a deep-sounding bass. However, I do not know what size to get and whether to use a goat skin or synthetic skin.

Thanks! Really appreciate it if you could answer my questions

Mechanical tuned ones are easier to maintain and easy for quick change if its head gets broken. For one with a deep sounding bass, a 12 - 14 inch is good. But mind you, the wider the surface area, there is that irritating ringing sound every time you hit the tone.

Be it goat skin or synthetic, its your personal preference. Though I'd say synthetic so its all weather proof.

Cheers mate

Bazma

 

[ZhengRubin]

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[kerplunk182]

Hey guys, just thought i'd let you know about this little shop around Beach Road. Not sure that the name of the shop is, but it's just infront of the Malay Heritage centre. They sell a couple of hand drums like djembes etc. and on Friday nights, a small group of people gather to play the drums available (Impromptu lessons available for no charge at all). The people there are friendly and will be more than willing to teach you about the techniques and patterns of playing the djembe.

 

[sixdigit]

Hey guys, just thought i'd let you know about this little shop around Beach Road. Not sure that the name of the shop is, but it's just infront of the Malay Heritage centre. They sell a couple of hand drums like djembes etc. and on Friday nights, a small group of people gather to play the drums available (Impromptu lessons available for no charge at all). The people there are friendly and will be more than willing to teach you about the techniques and patterns of playing the djembe.

hey.. this is interesting.. what's the name of the shop?

thanks for sharing!

 

[varekai8]

Hi guys,
I am thinking of picking this up as a hobby and just wondering, do you guys always go outside the house to play the djembe?
I stay in HDB, is it 'legal' to play in the house?

Please advise.
Thanks.

 

[Duffo]

hi,

does anyone know where i can get the toca lightweight 9" freestyle djembe in rasta colour?

thanks!

 

[hand drummer]

hi bro, come to kcc next sat (july 9) time slot 5.30 pm to 6.30 pm and we can jam together. 5 mins walk from boon keng mrt (behind). no need to bring yr djembe, plenty available for jamming free of charge. do you play the snare ? hand drummer

 

[daffodil1003]

Tabla how?

I don't understand question