Djembe Solo Phrasing – Accenting Every Third Beat
When it comes to djembe soloing, phrasing and accent placement can make all the difference in creating a dynamic, flowing rhythm. One of the classic techniques that many djembe players explore is accenting every third beat within a ternary feel.
This approach isn’t something new—it’s a well-established phrasing technique in djembe drumming—but it’s one that can really help you develop control, groove, and movement in your solos.
What's In This Lesson?
In this new video, I break the concept down step by step:
✅ Starting with bass and tone placements to feel the phrasing.
✅ Moving to tones and slaps for sharper articulation.
✅ Building a short solo sequence to practice and develop fluency.
Who Is This For?
This lesson is aimed at intermediate players and improvers—those who are already comfortable with slaps and tones but want to refine their solo phrasing.
If you’ve worked with phrasing in threes before, this might be a good chance to solidify the technique and experiment with new variations. And if this is a fresh concept for you, it’s a great way to add a sense of motion and groove to your solos!
Try It Out & Let Me Know!
I’d love to hear your thoughts—do you already use this phrasing approach? How do you incorporate accents into your solos? Feel free to leave a comment on the video or get in touch with me.
