How to Play Kuku Rhythm on Djembe - X8 Drums Online Video Lesson

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In this lesson you will learn from X8 Drums endorsed artist, Kenya Masala, how to play Kuku on djembe. Kuku is a traditional dance rhythm from Guinea, West Africa and is one of the most popular djembe rhythms in the United States.

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Features:

• Walk through Part 1 of the Kuku Rhythm
• Learn about the "feel" and an important pause that takes place between the phrases
• Learn Part 2 of Kuku and where it fits in the rhythm
• Breakdown of the break for Kuku. This section is instructed step by step where you will build up to master the entire part.
• Learn how the Break flows into Part 1 and Part 2.
• At the end of this lesson, you will have mastered Parts 1 and 2 so when you join a drum jam, you can play either part as needed.
• Run Time: 8:25

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http://www.x8drums.com/Learn-Kuku-African-Rhythm-Djembe-p/vid-006.htm

This video was made using the X8 Drums Jammer Djembe.

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This video is instructed by Kenya Masala.

Sharing his love of rhythm and drumming within corporations, classrooms and communities, Kenya Masala is a recognized and respected trainer and facilitator across the country. Masala's original Rhythm Play!™ activity book and Zaboomba drumming programs introduce activities that integrate music within classroom and team development environments, and are accessible to teachers, educators and facilitators through easy-to-teach lessons that are adaptable to the ages and abilities of students and participants.