All ensemble performances were filmed on location in Guinea, so you can experience the rhythms in their home environment as village and city life continues around the drummers.
13 Traditional Rhythms
- Learn the history of each rhythm
- See every part demonstrated by Bolokada:
Djembe accompaniments
Sangban
Kenkeni
Dundunba - Watch Bolokada’s group play the rhythms on location in Morowaya, Kissidougou, and Conakry – Guinea, West Africa
- Hear authentic solo phrases played by Bolokada
LEARNING FROM BOLOKADA
Bolokada shares solo phrases and ideas while his ensemble plays all the parts together. Each part plays long enough to practice along. Djembe videos include front and overhead views so you can mirror Bolokada or copy his hands exactly. Player controls let you slow playback and practice from anywhere.
The complete package includes 13 traditional rhythms.
