The new X8 Play-Along Series is being produced for our musician friends wanting a fresh way to work on their technique and ideas. We know that without fresh motivation, it can be hard to keep practicing alone while waiting for "social distancing" to become a distant memory!

Our first Series features the African Rhythm, "Baga Gine." 

Each track in this series is based on the Baga Gine rhythm at a set tempo (110 bpm) that, by design, leaves space for you to try out lead lines or supporting lines using any instrument - including your voice! We've also included relaxing video imagery to keep your wandering eye in check.

Ways to Use Track 1: Baga Gine Djun Rhythm Pattern

• Work on supporting djembe rhythms
• Explore percussion instrument patterns
• Practice one of the djembe patterns learned in Track 2 or 3 of this Series
• Get the high quality audio WAV file and make your own recording

Track 2: Baga Gine Rhythm Djuns & Djembe (Pattern 1)

• Explore lead lines on djembe
• Try out some vocal ideas
• Learn the djembe pattern in the track by playing along
• Practice along with the djun rhythm
• Record your ideas at home with the high quality WAV file

Track 3: Baga Gine Rhythm Djuns & Djembe (Pattern 2)

• Explore lead lines on djembe
• Learn the djembe pattern in the track by playing along
• Try playing a random instrument with the rhythm
• Use GarageBand to record your solos over the high quality audio WAV file

Watch the entire Baga Gine Series below.