How to Play Djembe (Book/CD set) by Alan L. Dworsky & Betsy Sansby, Alan Dworsky, Betsy Sansby
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Book Reviews of How to Play Djembe (Book/CD set)
Book Review: Great for the basics!
Summary: 5 Stars
This book/CD set has given me a couple of things I could not get from taking drum classes. First of all, it documents--in written notation and in sound--the basic rhythms. Even the best drummers are not always the best teachers, so before I got this book, the rhythms were kind of a mishmash in my head. Now I am getting to the point where I can hear & identify them.I also could not produce a slap tone at all until I saw the drawing of the hand/finger positions for it in this book--again, because people cannot always explain things well, or different people tell you different things. This book is a great SUPPLEMENT to lessons and drum circles--I'd say you need both the book/CD and drumming with others to really learn and retain the information.
Oh, and the section on "How to Tune Your Djembe" is really a great thing to have.
Book Review: Great jumping-off place
Summary: 5 Stars
I have the Conga Book by the same authors and have been pleased with both. Their system of notation makes learning rhythms easy, and their helpful hints and comments enhance the learning experience. The CD is what truly makes this book 5 stars. It has a multitrack feature. You can adjust the balance on your stereo to hear one drum part at a time. I like to play one part while my stereo plays another. In addition, the tracks go for about five minutes so you can really get into the rhythm, build stamina, and maybe practice soloing!
Happy drumming!
Book Review: Learn to play the Djembe-Step by Step-Easy to Follow
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this book at the suggestion of other Amazon consumers who recommended it. I have not been dissapointed. The book comes with a DVD which enables the viewer to get two different views of the instructor while he is playing. He starts out slow making it easy to follow and builds with repetition to a quicker pace. Before you know it you are performing with a group of other drummers on the DVD. I would highly recommend this book/DVD to anyone who has the desire to learn how to play an african drum.Book Review: Absolutely wonderful
Summary: 5 Stars
I've played Djembe for over a decade and was searching for introductory material for a friend who is just discovering drumming; and had a birthday coming up. The book and CD are excellent . . . They Love it!! . . . and is a very satisfactory guide into the world of rhythm.Book Review: Worthwhile purchase
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is geared towards the beginning drummer. Instructions are clear and lessons well written, and it includes a CD for audio learners. If you can't learn to drum with this handbook, give up! It's well worth the purchase price.