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A Modern Take on Music Education(Post)

Teaching music to children increases many academic, social and self-awareness skills, in addition to providing an appreciation for music itself. Reaching children through music today can be ...

The Many Faces of the Tambourine(Post)

There are many ways to play tambourines and many types of tambourines available these days. Gone are the days of street musicians finagling ways to strap a full-sized tambourine onto their feet; now ...

Repairing Minor Hand Drum Damage(Post)

Most drummers are protective of their instruments, providing cases, bags and delicate handling while traveling or while the drum is in storage. But, no matter how gently a Djembe, Bongos or o ...

Nino Percussion: Rhythm and Fun for All Ages (Post)

When it comes to honing musical skills, it is best to begin in childhood. The earlier children are exposed to music and given the tools to compose, the better. Music has been shown to positively affe ...

How Drums Make You Feel Good(Post)

Whether listening to an amazing drum solo or playing a rhythm on your own djembe, bongos or cajon drum, drumming is one activity that just makes us feel good. Many people get lost in the rhythm of a ...

Drumming and Leadership Skills(Post)

When listening to music, a variety of sounds and tones come together to create a multi-sensory experience that has a wide range of health and wellness benefits in addition to an emotional ...

Check Out Noah Mosgofian’s Immigrant Song!(Post)

You can call it a wail or a scream, but, Robert Plant’s unmistakable cry at the beginning of “Immigrant Song” will remain a defining moment in Rock N’ Roll until the end of time. It is one of ...

Austin TX Community Drum Circle April 17th(Post)

X8 DRUMS, SWAN PERCUSSION and VORTEX Repertory Company invite you to the "Austin Community Drum Circle."X8 Drums, VORTEX Repertory Company and Swan Percussion invite you to drum in the first day of S ...

Enhance Your Sound with Percussion Instrument Bundles(Post)

Once you start learning to play the drums, you will likely want to experiment with various sounds. That doesn’t mean you will only play with your drum; you will likely want to use other percussi ...

Start-up Drumming for Beginners (Post)

Beginning to drum is always an exciting journey, no matter the type of drum a person is drawn to. Choosing the perfect djembe drum or building the ultimate drum set can be a personal journey, or, the ...

The Importance of Building Drumming Stamina(Post)

When it comes to drumming, even the most talented rhythmist can hit a wall, reach a breaking point, and slump over a Djembe or fall off a Cajon because of fatigue. Most drummers know that drummin ...

Why Do You Drum?(Post)

If you are a member of a drum circle or other drumming community, eventually the time will come to divulge your deep, dark love of hand drumming to the world at large. Most drummers have li ...

Drumming Away Stage Fright(Post)

No matter if you drum on stage, in a studio or a drum circle, being nervous is part of the life of a performer. Those butterflies, nagging doubts and fear of failure can plague even the mos ...

The Dangers of Drumming (and How to Avoid Them)(Post)

Drumming may not seem like a dangerous activity, unless you consider the addictive nature of rhythm and the “rabbit hole” of discovering new drums and percussion instruments. Drumming is a physical a ...

How About a Drum Circle?(Post)

From the inspiration of drumming greats to the opportunity to be a part of a unique community of individuals, drum circles are a fun way to engage with others and develop a vast range of ...

The Cultural Unity of Drumming(Post)

Most drummers who participate in drum circles and other group drumming activities will share how connected the drumming makes them feel. No matter the person’s background or what type of drum is pref ...

X8 Community Drummer Spotlight: Evil Monkey(Post)

HI! I’m Ed Hofer from the band Punk Fiction. I have been playing hand drums for the last 15 years, more so in the last 6. Drumming gives me a sense of ecstasy that I can't get anywhere else ...

Rhythmic Standouts with Drum Add-ons and Accessories(Post)

Drums are the rhythm keepers in any genre of music. Whether jazz or techno, a good drum beat can become hypnotic and alluring, adding more depth and sound to the music in sometimes inexplicable ways.

Global Admiration: Drum Circle Around the World!(Post)

A drum circle participant, facilitator or audience understands the power that rhythm and drumming brings to us all. With the slapping of djembe drums, the shaking of maracas and the beat of a cajon ...

Djembe Connects Cultures and Heals Hearts in The Visitor(Post)

Oscar nominated film, The Visitor, shared with viewers a turning point in life of an older economics professor working at a university in Connecticut. After traveling to his residence in New York Cit ...

Haitian Voodou Drumming: a Rhythm of Connection and Spirituality(Post)

The hand drums we see today in drum circles represent a lot more than just a gathering of hippies (or, hipsters) drumming together as an exercise in music, rhythm and creative expression. Most o ...

How to Facilitate a Drum Circle(Post)

Drum circles are an entertaining and expressive way to join together people from all walks of life. The intention behind a drum circle may vary, whether for charity, health and wellness, fun o ...

Types of Drum Circles and Noteworthy Drum Circle Events in the U.S.(Post)

Idris Hester leads a drum circle with verbal instructions and energized body language.Drum circles are becoming increasingly popular. They offer social outlets, while at the same time, supporting a w ...

Djembes and Drums for Modern Worship? YES!(Post)

Plenty of people consider the djembe drum a staple instrument in drum circles or in performances that highlight African culture. These popular hand drums are also responsible for exciting experienc ...

Gifts for Drummers? Good Things Come in Small Packages!(Post)

Even the most organized gift-giver runs into problems during the holidays, right before a birthday or even before a wedding or other milestone that requires a present. Usually, that problem is f ...

The NAMM Global Report: Attitudes Toward Music in the United States(Post)

No one could deny the statement that music makes the world go around. We listen to it during exercise; we attend concerts and other events where music is a focal point. It blares behind us during ...

Seeing Double: The Bongos and You (Post)

Are you a bongocero, a fan of the bongos, a lover of paired percussion? We sure are. But, we get that not everyone wants to sit behind a drum set and pound away on snares, toms and cymbals. Just li ...

What’s the Best Instrument for All Ages? Shakers, of Course!(Post)

We don’t want to toot our own horns, but, we’re pretty smart when it comes to drums and percussion. We love the smiles and fun that a drum can bring into the mix and the unstoppable benefits of rhy ...

X8 Drums Community Drummer Spotlight: Lauren W.(Post)

I've wanted a drum kit as long as I can remember. My Dad was a professionally trained percussionist. He specialized in snare but did it all. I had no idea how good he really was until much later in m ...

Nerd Out: What to Do When They Call Your Djembe the Wrong Drum(Post)

If you have been playing hand drums for a while, you know there are plenty of differences between a djembe and the bongos. Really, if you’ve been playing for a while, you know there are differen ...

Go Global: Adding World Percussion to a Drum Set(Post)

Drummers all have one thing in common: we love exploring the sound of percussion. That’s why we always want more drums, cymbals and why we love accent percussion. We covet our case full of drum sti ...

Drumming is Just a Fancy Word for STEM Education(Post)

STEM education is everywhere right now, creating what is hoped to be a path toward better living and excellence for all students. STEM is “Science, Technology, Engineering and Math,” all concepts t ...

A New Study on African Drumming Proves Hand Drummers are Always Right (and Healthy)(Post)

We have seen tons of studies on the fitness aspect of drumming, most of which are focused on drum set drummers. More than likely, the obvious exertion seen in the faces of any hardcore drummer on a ...

Community Drumming Facilitation - Essential Skills for Success(Post)

by Kalani Das, MT-BC (Part 1 of 2)Community drumming is one of the most popular forms of community musicmaking on the planet. With the recent rise in awareness and the availability of drums and percu ...

12 Drummers Drumming - A Holiday Tribute(Post)

Fulfilling the lifelong drumming dreams for loved ones, friends and family does not have to be a difficult process, even during the holiday season. What better way to treat those closest to ...

The Difference Between Djembe And Conga(Post)

This post is part of the Michael Pluznick author residency at X8Drums.com. Enjoy! When I first started drumming in the early-70's the djembe was a relatively unknown instrument.

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Playing the Djembe is Easy!(Page)

Many people struggle with a hidden desire to play drums. Whether it's the glamour of a drummer's life, or the unstoppable need to beat out a rhythm to a song, drumming is a passion, and one that shou ...

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