What this course is
Djembe and dunun played the way the tradition teaches it - by ear, in conversation, as an ensemble. You'll learn the parts and how they lock together.
What is included
- 16 video lessons
- 3h 40m of instruction
- Level: Beginner
- Taught by Amara Diallo, west african percussion
- Lifetime access for $79 - a one-off price, not a subscription
Who teaches it
Born into a griot lineage, Amara carries the call-and-response tradition of Senegalese drumming and the ensemble feel that holds a circle together. Based in Dakar, with 18 years of teaching and 210 students taught.
Frequently asked questions
How long is West African Drum Language?
16 lessons, 3h 40m of video in total. There is no schedule to keep up with - lifetime access means you take it at your own pace.
What level is this course for?
Beginner. No prior experience of the tradition is assumed - it starts at the beginning.
What does it cost?
$79, paid once. That buys lifetime access to the course rather than a subscription that stops when you do.
Who is the teacher?
Amara Diallo, west african percussion, based in Dakar.