West African Djembe Workshop: Beat your Drum for Cruinniú na nÓg by The Creative Ireland Programme.

West African Percussion (Djembe and Dundun) with Nasira and Monette. Take this 15-minute intro to the West African djembe drum and learn how to make the three fundamental sounds of the djembe and play the traditional Mandinka rhythm Moribayassa. If you’re ready for more, you can learn to play the dunduns too and play together with your friends! Recommended age group: 7 Years About the teacher: Nasira Marino Keita is a 17-year-old multi-instrumentalist, living in San Diego, USA. Her mother is percussionist Monette Marino Keita and her father, Mamady Keita from Guinea is one of the most famous djembe players in the world.
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