African Percussion Course
Build your musical expertise through genuine West African djembe methods, cultural insights, and group playing abilities. Train by ear to create safe, resonant sounds, organise rhythms for teams, and direct assured performances to enhance your music career in Uganda.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills to confidently lead djembe sessions, covering safe hand techniques, drum tuning, and producing clear bass, tone, and slap sounds. Master oral teaching approaches, essential West African rhythms, ensemble roles, and basic arrangements using dunun and bells. Create impactful 60-minute workshops, handle group dynamics, and direct culturally sensitive performances.
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Develop skills
- Master djembe bass, tone, and slap techniques for sharp, safe playing without injuries.
- Lead and teach African call-and-response rhythms swiftly using ear training methods.
- Organise Kassa, Djolé, and Kuku patterns for diverse percussion groups.
- Combine dunun, bells, and shakers for cohesive, professional drum circles.
- Plan effective 60-minute drumming sessions with defined aims and great results.
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