We’ve been providing samba drumming workshops and classes for over 25 years, and one of the most common questions we hear is: where does this amazing music come from?
Whether you’re a seasoned drummer or simply curious, African drumming is a captivating subject bathed in history and facts that will amaze you.
In this article, we dig deep into all the exciting ways drumming can boost your physical health, mental well-being, and emotional balance.
The dunduns are traditionally played with the djembe and provide a deep bass to accompany the rhythms. While one might expect these drums to simply keep a consistent steady pulse, more often they create highly syncopated patterns which provide immense depth and complexity to the music.
The djembe drum emanates a vibrant and captivating sound that reverberates with the essence of Africa. When played, it produces a wide range of tones, from deep and resonant bass notes to crisp and lively high-pitched slaps.
The bass of the samba beat. Click to learn more about the amazing samba surdo drum.
What is a ‘repinique’ - the loud leading drum of a samba band?
Step into the vibrant world of samba and let the rhythm take you on a journey. As you dive deeper into the beats of this lively genre, you may come across a small drum that looks like a tambourine, but it's not quite the same…