Djembe Instrument Starter Kit - 8 inch. Traditional Rope Tuned Djembe from Tycoon Percussion and Getting Started on Djembe DVD

This pack includes a Tycoon Percussion djembe instrument and a Hudson Music djembe instructional DVD! Hand-crafted from a single piece of sun-dried Mango wood, this drum is 16 inch. tall with a 8 inch. diameter hand-picked quality goat skin head. The 5mm extra strong non-stretch rope provided easy and lasting tuning. The drum features a natural varnish finishing. Recommended for children or percussion beginners! The DVD will get beginning djembe players up and running with everything you need to know quickly, while still providing accurate and educationally correct information about the traditions and techniques of the djembe. It contains a brief historical overview, an introduction to basic use of the instrument, a complete approach to basic sound production techniques, and a complete series of traditional and contemporary rhythms that can be learned at your own pace. Each rhythm is clearly demonstrated. Host Michael Wimberly is not only a world-traveling performer, but also a highly experienced educator, and his explanations are clear, concise, and fun. 1 hr., 12 min.