How to Play the Djembe 2 : Rhythmic Ear Training

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Beginner Rhythm Lesson.
A detailed, step by step lesson on how to develop a solid sense of rhythm by helping you to improve your listening and musical reaction skills.

Jim Donovan was a founding member and driving force of the multi-platinum band Rusted Root from 1990-2005. Donovan studied and played African rhythms with various master drummers such as Congolese master drummer Elie Kihonia and Etse Nyadedzor. He also studied African Music with noted scholar Kwabena Nketia from Ghana.

Donovan's music has been featured in major motion films such as Ice Age, Twister, Mathilda as well as on various network television shows such as American Idol, David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Party of Five, and the PBS "Web of Life" documentary.

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[shadowshaker]

This is an excellent video, thank you for sharing. I have been rather inactive with my djembe lately, but this was the jumpstart I needed to begin again. Gracias.

[jmdbird]

You're most welcome! Thanks for the kindness.

Peace, Jim

[centenarydruncircle]

well done again.... like the last vid.... very usefull for beginners.

have posted both to myspace and facebook pages.

Thanks Jim D.

Blessings and good karma to you.

[jmdbird]

Thanks so much. I appreciate the feedback!

Peace, Jim

[mahntinlover]

great videos. you're a great teacher jim, thanks.

[XXmikeypaulXX]

i just practiced this lesson and i actually think im learning. im definatly buying that dvd!!

[olvcrosetti]

you rock!! this has helped me out SO much :) thank you

[TheloniusSkungle]

Just got a Djembe and watched about 10 intro/basic rhythms videos on youtube and this is by far the best. The easiest to follow and the most fun to play along with. Also probably the most helpful in the long run.

[knishua]

excellent training session.

[babarav]

Great! I liked this video lesson so much (very clear and easy to follow even for a beginner like me) that I've just ordered the complete DVD, Jim Donovan's Rythmic Foundation.

[levariboo]

Absolutely loved this... I'm in the beginner/learning stage of drumming & found this vid very helpful. Now I'm seriously considering getting your dvd. :)

[Slapthestickcomedies]

first off...that was amazing! it really does help with anything to do with djembe playing (that is, if you're playing along with another instrument or music). when you're playing along, there's almost always something that you can imitate and the Rhythmic Ear Training helps you to notice that and be able to respond to it in some way, form, or fashion before it's too late.

But if i could say one thing of improvement it would be to go just little bit faster just to challenge ourselves.

[ulatez17]

i have fun and learn a lot thx to you

[Dutchoven08]

Well done, Jim.