RHYTHMS FROM GUINEA

208 pages + 2 CDs
English & Français
Conventional notation + simplified notation
ISBN : 978-2-9524817-1-7 (ID Music 2007)

In this book written by Maarten Schepers you will find an in depth study of the Guinean Dunumba rhythms for djembe and dununs and also a drumset adaptation.

Whether you are a drummer or a percussionist, this edition will provide you with an extensive amount of material to work on. The scores are accompanied by an additional simplified notation and there are also 2 CDs.

This method is one of a kind in that it provides a detailed analysis of the Malinke djembe and dunun techniques. It also invites you to discover the manner in which the rhythms are actally played traditionally.

Studied in detail are the basic patterns for 22 Dunumba, as many as 40 dunun variations for some rhythms and also numerous “chauffe” patterns.
More than 200 djembe solo patterns are demonstrated and included are “ground work” exercices for the solos.

Each rhythm is literally transposed on to the drumset where a single drummer plays what several percussionists would play individually. This work offers drummers the opportunity to develop independance and both the polyrhythmic and melodic aspects of the instrument.

These African rhythms offer a never ending source of inspiration and give a better understanding of ternary patterns. They will increase your drumming vocabulary and tint your style with originality.