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Light weight authentic djembe, hand carved in Ghana West Africa. Topped with a durable natural goat hide for awesome sound quality

Light weight authentic djembe, hand carved in Ghana West Africa. Topped with a durable natural goat hide for awesome sound quality

Light weight authentic djembe, hand carved in Ghana West Africa. Topped with a durable natural goat hide for awesome sound quality

A cajon is a box-shaped percussion instrument originally from Peru, played by slapping the front face with the hands. Originally from Peru.

The Udu is made entirely of clay (terracota), in the form of a narrow necked, vase-like vessel. Reminiscent of tablas or talking drums.

Quality vegan djembes at affordable prices, handmade from hardwood mahogany and synthetic skin, these are great and affordable drums.

This unusual percussion instrument is played while tucked under one arm. Comes complete with shoulder strap and traditional wooden striker.

Ghana djembes are great entry level African drums with well balanced tonal range, includng big bass notes. Light weight and portable.

Lightweight entry-level fiberglass darbuka designed with a thin, responsive drumhead, metal rim and an unmistakably crisp sound.

This one is a cracker Sparkling light weight djembe suited to shorter drummer. The cow skin brings a bright dry tone which we love Country: Guinea // Wood: Melina // Diameter: 12.25" Height: 61cm // Weight: 6.3kg // Skin: Medium Yearling (young cow) Check this djembe in Video action below >>

Absolute beauty One of our favs right now Classic Guinea Buga in our favourite hardwood Khadi Great projection and distinction between tones and slaps Country: Guinea // Wood: Khadi // Diameter: 11" Height: 63cm // Weight: 8.4kg // Skin: Medium Thick cow Watch this drum in action below >>

The new line of African Drumming tee shirts is here Available in Small, Medium, and Large. Black  

The modern tongue drum is essentially a contemproary Krin (West African log drum), and is part of the idiophone family of instruments.

Inspired by the European hang drum, our have 7 distinct note panels and ship with a protective backpack style bag. Available in two scales: D Minor Scale: (D), D, G, C, D, A, F D Sunrise scale: (D), D, G, C#, D, A, F# Dimensions. 40cm x 17cm Weight 2.5kg See our different tuning options in action in the videos below

Colourful, funky little African Drumming djembe keyrings Theyre perfect as gifts or for anyone who has the djembe obsession Made from wood with a metal chain and loop Available in.

Minimalist natural carve design with striking purple rope. Thinner skin for easy to find slaps and powerful solos. Great bass notes too Country: Ghana // Wood: Twenaboa // Diameter: 13" Height: 64cm // Weight: 7kg // Skin: Medium thin Goat Watch this drum in action below >>

Free Sample Track Introduction for Jensa : track from our Crank it Up CD

Woolabah: Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe and hand drum.

Tagbolo: Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe and hand drum.

Oge: Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe and hand drum.

Mwaga: Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe and hand drum.

Get On Down Simon Frasers first Instructional CD (2004) Learn seven traditional West African rhythms with all their parts Features backing metronome Suitable for all levels, from beginner to advanced.

Kpalago: Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe and hand drum.

Hotcus: Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe and hand drum.

Bete: Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe and hand drum.

The West African Music 101 Offers a treasure trove of insights and educational resources all about West African Music, and in particular the Mandinke heritage which gave birth to the now Internationally loved djembe. This 101 guide is your introduction to the world of West African Music. Learn about the history, the drums, and the ensemble.

Instructional CD produced by Simon Fraser. Learn seven traditional West African rhythms with all their parts. Suitable for all ages.

Crank It Up is an instructional Double CD featuring 7 West African rhythms, both as tutorials and as performance pieces. Produced by Simon Fraser.

This booklet catalogues 25 binary and ternary rhythms spanning beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. You'll also find advice on technique, practice, exercises and a little theory too. Whether you're a student keen to further your understanding, a teacher in search of an educational r...

A quick single page guide to tuning your drums, step by steep. Weve also included information on the finer points of tuning (it is an art) so that youre worded.

A single page guide to looking after your drum so that it stays in tip-top condition. Includes: basic dos and donts tuning advice skin care info warranty and guarantee info.

Yaga: Dance for the Princess (Ivory Coast) Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken.

Sydnoli: Simon Fraser Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe and.

Maraka Vilette: Simon Fraser Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe.

Kassa Vilette: Simon Fraser Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe.

Jensa: Party Rhythm (Burkina Faso) Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into.

Griot: Homage to the Musical Custodians (Burkina Faso) Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are.

Domba: Festival Rhythm (Mali) Play along with the metronome backing at slow or fast tempos to help you learn and develop your groove. All rhythms are broken down into djembe.

Crank it Up Produced by Simon Fraser, Crank It Up (2007) is an Instructional Double CD featuring 7 West African rhythms, both as tutorials (Disc 1) and as performance pieces (Disc 2).

This booklet catalogues 25 binary and ternary rhythms spanning beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. You'll also find advice on technique, practice, exercises and a little theory too. Whether you're a student keen to further your understanding, a teacher in search of an educational r...

This is an eBook so no postage A introductory companion for the new djembe player Our MO is to connect people with this music and teach them how to play in a supported environment. With this in mind, we created the Handbook to bridge a few gaps and give you a resource to the fundamentals Shopping fo...

A lifetime resource for any drummer, teacher and performer Learn West African rhythms in a simple tab format for you to learn step-by-step.

A lifetime resource for any drummer, teacher and performer Learn West African rhythms in a simple tab format for you to learn step-by-step.

Beautiful skins, suitable for djembes, Bougarabou and other drums. For bulk orders, please. Every skin is one of a kind.

Durable goat skins, suitable for djembes, bougarabou and frame drums. For bulk orders, please. Every skin is one of a kind.

Beautiful durable cow skins suited to duns, congas and stick drums. For bulk orders, please. Every skin is one of a kind.

Juju shakers, capable of producing watery sounds when played softly and transforming into crisp, dry, clapping sounds with incredible volume potential.

Pint size percussion in the palm of your hand Filled with tiny beads which produce soft, crisp, sandy sounds when shaken.

Iron thumb bells made in Togo West Africa produce a metallic high-pitched sound that cuts through any ensemble, adding a distinctive flair to your music.

Also known as a Gangokui Double Bell, these African cow bells are a traditional Ewe instrument. Comes complete with a wooden striker.

Keep your drum sticks organised and safe with our hard wearing nylon drum stick bags. Two wide pouches to store dozens of drum sticks

Guinean hand-hammered iron bells for duns produce bright, cutting sounds, ideal for timekeeping in ensembles. We love West African instruments

We've designed these bell strikers to suit the demands of ensemble environments. Comfortable, ergonimic and well weighted for long durations of play.

Ideal for the studio, home, display and performance environments, our custom made aluminium dun stands are a great new product that we use every day.

have a history stretching back thousands of years featuring in Greek, Arabic, Asian and South American musical cultures.

A pair of premium redwood clave. Simple percussive sticks with a sweet melodic tone. Premium quality, handmade in West Africa.

The. a Latin-American percussion instrument, is played by dragging the pua (playing stick) along its fluted shell. Pocket dynamo

Discover the enchanting charm of our melodic and sweet-sounding brass bells Crafted with precision, these brass bells offer a captivating and melodious tone that will delight your senses. Whether you're a dancer seeking rhythmic accompaniment or a drummer looking to keep perfect time, these bel...

Elasticated Ankle and Wrist shakers designed for both kids and adults, ensuring ultimate comfort. Feature small pods filled with seeds.

Quality djembes at affordable prices, handmade by our drum makers in Indonesia. Built from mahogany and goat skin, these are great and affordable drums.

Our handcrafted with traditional techniques and sustainable materials. Bosting a comfortable playing surface and full voice.

Indonesian full-sized djembes, available in light or dark finish. Perfect for teenagers and beginners and built from mahogany and goat skin.

All Rounder Plus Djembe - The most versatile drum It's light, easy to transport, and ideal for young drummers, or for those looking for a smaller drum.

Discover the 50cm All Round Indo Djembe - the perfect drum for ages 10-14 years, or adults looking for an easy travel drum with a surprising sound.

40cm Junior Plus Djembe - It's light, easy to transport and ideal size for young drummers aged 4 - 8 or for those looking for a smaller travellers drum.

Drum skin protection is key Introducing our durable drum hats crafted from resilient waterproof canvas. The elasticated design effortlessly conforms to your drum's shape, ensuring a secure fit. Ideal for swift protection during brief transportation or as an additional safeguard within a drum bag. Available in 4 handy sizes. If your drum is hairy, please choose the size up.

Introducing our Lightweight Entry-Level Bags: Convenient and Padded with Black Cotton Our entry-level bags are designed to be lightweight yet reliable, offering optimal protection for your instruments. The bags feature a padded black cotton material that ensures cushioning and security during transport. Check out the Zip Cotton Drum Bag in action below

These Batik practice covers are made from cotton and elasticated for the right fit. They are perfect for practicing at home or in public places where noise levels are a consideration. Packs away to next to nothing, and doubles as a great protective cover for your drums head. An added bonus of using ...

Durable protection for your djembe drum. Made from hard wearing cordura and with loads of cool features. Perfect drum bag for travelling

Direct from Ghana, West Africa and bursting with colour and character. These padded cloth bags are durable and unique. Includes reinforced handles.

Our Primo Series canvas bags offer tough protection for your drum. These are water resistant and made from hard-wearing canvas.

Discover the rich, resonant tones of our Steel Tongue Drum. Perfect for sound healing or musical exploration, it offers soothing, harmonious sounds.

Our steel tongue drums boast long sustain and beautiful harmonies. They have a similar feel to handpans and other mystical instruments.

Our steel tongue drums boast long sustain and beautiful harmonies. They have a similar feel to handpans and other mystical instruments.

Hand woven in the Bolgatanga region of Northern Ghana from elephant reed harvested from rich flood plains. Played in pairs.

Mahogany dunun set with West African inspired carvings. Tuned up with durable thick cow skin. Perfect for schools, community groups and Social drummers

Handmade in Indonesia, these stumpy duns pack a great sound and are light weight - perfect for roving shows and easy storage.

Ghana dunun set with natural finish. Tuned up with durable thick cow skin. Perfect for schools, community groups and pro-level musicians

Light weight solo drum for taller person. Well balanced tone and slap ratio. Country: Guinea // Wood: Melina // Diameter: 12" Height: 64cm // Weight: 6.8kg // Skin: Medium Oz Goat

Quality vegan djembes at affordable prices, handmade from hardwood mahogany and synthetic skin, these are great and affordable drums.

Pocket sized with vibrant melodic tones. Explore your musical talents and express your emotions through captivating melodies.

It's light, easy to transport and ideal size for young drummers aged 4 - 12 or for those looking for a smaller travellers drum.

Premium quality goat skins from Mali, West Africa. Durable goat skins, suitable for drum making for solo djembes. Every skin is one of a kind.

Discover enchanting melodies with our Handpans. Meticulously crafted for harmonic balance, evoking peaceful and melodious experiences

Embrace musical magic with the stainless D Hijaz Handpan. Harmonic balance and captivating melodies in a sober, artisan-crafted instrument. Explore

Our steel tongue drums boast long sustain and beautiful harmonies. They have a similar feel to handpans and other mystical instruments.

Embrace musical magic with the Handpan. Harmonic balance and captivating melodies in a serene, artisan-crafted instrument. Explore now

C# Minor (C#), G#, B, C#, D#, E, F#, G# Introducing our C# Minor Handpan with a unique, darker tone. Similar to the Gudu Handpan but shifted down a half tone. Crafted from top-grade pressed iron for enhanced resonance. The natural minor scale emphasizes the higher range, igniting melodic inspiration...

From the market in Accra Ghana Hand woven rattan filled with small metallic shards which produce a bright, pleasant jingling sound. Great as accent percussion and durable enough for a young muso too Approximate Dimensions (L x W x H): 21cm x 7cm x 7cm Watch this shaker in action in our Video below >>

The shekere is an ancient traditional percussion instrument of West Africa. They are a central feature of traditional Ewe music.

Introducing the versatile rainmaker shaker, designed to produce a delightful range of effects. When gently cupped in the hands and rustled, it creates a soothing rain-like sound, from which it gets its name. This gentle sound makes it perfect for teaching kids to play softly and explore the world of...

Pronounced "us-la-twa", this simple and unique traditional instrument (also known as asalato, kashaka, cascas, televi, kasso-kassoni) originates from Ghana.

Packed with features, this hard-wearing canvas bag makes protecting and transporting your drum easy. A bag you can rely on

Designed to be used in conjunction with our Ballet Dunun Stands. We recommend two hooks per additional drum. A great accessory for your dununs.

Pro-grade sticks for pro-grade players, made from high density rosewood. Nicely weighted and durable, we use them every day

Custom made dunun sticks from sustainably sourced mahogany and nicely weighted and durable. A perfect accessory for your dununs.

Stumpy duns are the same diameter and 2/3rds the height of standard duns - but they pack a punch Your choice of Kenkeni, Sangban or Dununba. Offering a great sound in a light weight body, they're perfect for roving shows and easy storage. Very popular with schools and performance artists. About...

Sound healing traditional shamanic Frame Drum, used for ceremonies and mediation. Constructed with a round, wooden frame.

Authentic hand carved djembe from West Africa, made from lenke timber and topped with durable goat skin for clean resonance.

Authentic hand carved djembe from West Africa, made from lenke timber and topped with durable goat skin for clean resonance.

Authentic hand carved djembe from West Africa, made from lenke timber and topped with durable goat skin for clean resonance.

Light weight authentic djembe, hand carved in Ghana West Africa. Topped with a durable natural goat hide for awesome sound quality

Superbly carved hardwood Djembe from Guinea West Africa. Topped with goat hide and high tensile rope for maximum durability and sound projection.

Pro level, light weight adult drum perfect for shorter player. Superb Dougarra hardwood, recognised for it's balanced tonal range. Country: Guinea // Wood: Djala // Diameter: 12.25" Height: 61.5cm // Weight: 8.5kg // Skin: Medium Goat See this djembe in action Video below>>

Authentic hand carved drum from Malieb, West Africa. Made from solid hardwood timber and durable cow skin. Warm tonal range with deep bass notes.

Authentic hand carved drum from Guinea, West Africa. Made from solid hardwood timber and durable cow skin. Warm tonal range with deep bass notes.

Embrace musical magic with the stainless Handpan. Harmonic balance and captivating melodies in a serene, artisan-crafted instrument. Check it out now.

Embrace musical magic with the stainless Handpan. Harmonic balance and captivating melodies in a sober, artisan-crafted instrument. Explore now

Embrace musical magic with the Handpan. Harmonic balance and captivating melodies in a serene, artisan-crafted instrument. Explore now

Embrace musical magic with the Handpan. Harmonic balance and captivating melodies in a serene, artisan-crafted instrument. Explore now

Embrace musical magic with the Handpan. Harmonic balance and captivating melodies in a serene, artisan-crafted instrument. Explore now

Take the pressure off when you drum. Designed to take the strain off of your legs as you play sitting down, the strap is worn around the waist and hooked into the vertical ropes on your drum. Fully adjustable to suit most adult sizes, the smooth steel heavy duty hooks allow for effortless attachment...

Struggling to Tune Your Djembe or Duns Discover the Solution: s for Real Tension Perfect for adding horizontal diamonds (knots) to your drum Designed specifically for your tuning needs, our custom-made Cranking Bars are constructed from reinforced alloy, ensuring durability and reliability. With the...

Straight from Africa, shea butter is our favourite moisturiser for drummer's hands. Shea butter has anti-inflammatory, emollient and humectant properties.

Our s are light weight, fully adjustable and can be easily set to your desired height and angle of play.

Often the simplest solution is the best, and so it holds for djembe straps. This is the way they sling on a djembe in Africa. Ideal for standing and roving play, our roving strap offers a simple and convenient solution. Just tie it on, adjust it to your desired height, and enjoy playing with ease Th...

Perfect for standing and roving play. Feel the freedom of being able to move and sway with your djembe strapped on. Nice and wide and well padded for extra comfort across the shoulders. Simply tie on, adjust to your height, and play See how to use this product in the video below >>

Sessi Sessi - also known as ksing ksing, seke seke, or the Malink sege sege - add a snare like effect to your drum. Can be fastened with a cinch belt or inserted next to the top rings. In Africa, players often make them from old tin cans and scrap metal These Ghana Series Sessi are made from recycle...

Seeking comfortable standing play Try our shoulder harness straps If you're looking for a comfortable solution for standing play, our Shoulder Harness Straps are here to help. These straps are designed to evenly distribute the weight of your drum, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable playing ex...

Our steel tongue drums boast long sustain and beautiful harmonies. They have a similar feel to handpans and other mystical instruments.

Discover enchanting melodies with the kalimba, a delightful thumb piano. Explore its soothing tones and easy playability today.

Marama in Lilac Purple

Marama in Raukaraka Stone

Carved extra Large tooth with taratara a Kai Pattern and tukutuku lashing

Kohatu Marama Collab Totoweka red Toki Pendant

Kohatu Marama Collab Toki Pendant

in Black

Carved Tooth Shape in beef bone