How to Play the Djembe : Jim Donovan's Rhythmic Foundation

LEARN TO LEAD DRUM CIRCLES http://drumcirclebook.instapage.com/ Get this free 88 page, step-by step guide to help you start leading great drum circles. Discover how to create "fail-proof" drum circles in a way that works with your own ability. Quickly get your group making great music together while supporting connection, anxiety relief and self expression. Beginner Djembe Lesson. A detailed, step by step lesson on how to play the Djembe drum. Includes basic tones, positions, how to sit and more. Jim Donovan M.Ed. was a founding member and driving force of the multi-platinum band Rusted Root from 1990-2005. Donovan studied and played African rhythms with various master drummers such as Congolese master drummer Elie Kihonia and Etse Nyadedzor. He also studied African Music with noted scholar Kwabena Nketia from Ghana. Donovan's music has been featured in major motion films such as Ice Age, Twister, Mathilda as well as on various network television shows such as American Idol, David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Party of Five, and the PBS "Web of Life" documentary.