Mastering the Flam on Djembe ♫ – A Must-Know Technique for Drummers
Djembe soloing is all about feel, phrasing, and expression—and one technique that can unlock new possibilities is the 3-beat roll. In my latest lesson, I break down how to integrate this roll into solo phrasing and how the accent placement affects the groove.
What You’ll Learn in This Video:
✅ How to play the 3-beat roll cleanly and smoothly
✅ The relationship between the roll and an accented note
✅ Why different musicians place the accent in different ways
This is one of those techniques that’s full of nuances (yes, I love that word! 😆). Even though the 3-beat roll follows a pattern, how you phrase it changes the feel of your solo.
What’s Coming Next?
This video is just the first step in a bigger exploration of solo phrasing. Next, I’ll be releasing a lesson on ghost notes, which will set up the framework for integrating the 4-beat roll into your playing.
📅 New lesson coming next Saturday!
Why Learn the Flam on Djembe?
Whether you’re new to this concept or refining your technique, try the 3-beat roll and experiment with where you place the accent. Let me know what you think in the comments on YouTube! 🚀
