After my djembe lesson this morning, I went with my teacher, Moussa, back to his drum school. Huge, empty warehouse with the deafening sounds of Guinean drums being learned and practiced. Interesting experience. After about 15-20 minutes I realized I was able to hear some of the different rhythm patterns going on within the music. Dozen people playing and everyone has their own rhythm part. Very complex and complicated to listen to. The students serve as apprentices until they master all the rhythms and instruments of the Guinean cultures. Can't imagine.
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