West African Drumming - Primary - 30 Player Wide Top Pro Class Set - Budget Buddies
SKU: CP-ADbb30p-w
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Super low cost solution for larger sized classes of KS1 and KS2 pupils. Includes 10 top quality, wide playing head Djembe drums and 20 percussion instruments, so you can split the group into ‘Buddy Trios’, each with one big and two smaller instruments. The three sizes of Djembe have appropriately sized playing heads, and enable your group to differentiate the low, medium and high parts of many African Drumming pieces. Also included are two acclaimed teaching guides by world music expert Andy Gleadhill, which will take the group from basics through to their first performance in just 10 lessons and contain a good repertoire for a year or more of playing.
Product Details
- SKU
- CP-ADbb30p-w
- Type
- bundle
- Container volume
- 0.63L
Key Features
- ✓ Super low cost solution for larger classes
- ✓ Wide Top djembes are lighter and take up less storage space
- ✓ Includes world-leading teaching support
- ✓ Great for lunchtime and after school groups
- ✓ Can be taught by class teachers as well as music specialists
- ✓ Appropriate drum sizes for ages 5 to 12 years
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This African Drumming Primary 30 Player Wide Top Budget Buddies Pack is a super low-cost choice for larger KS1 and KS2 classes. It is ideal for whole-class African drumming in lessons and clubs.
The African Drumming Primary 30 Player Wide Top Budget Buddies Pack includes 10 Pro Wide Top djembe drums and 20 percussion instruments. This gives you a wide range of West African sounds. It also makes Buddy Pairs easy. Each pair gets one bigger instrument and one smaller instrument. You get three djembe sizes. So pupils can hear low, mid, and high parts more clearly. This helps pieces sound tighter. These Pro Wide Tops feel lighter than traditional djembes. They also feel more compact. They are made for classroom use. The heads are extra wide and strong. The shells are smooth inside and out. The rubber edging protects the drums. It also protects your floor. In addition, Wide Tops store easily. They have a low storage footprint. You also get a 10-year guarantee on the shells. Plus, you get a 5-year guarantee on the skins.
Special storage/carry bags are also available. They protect the instruments. They also help them last longer. They make moving the set safer too. This helps for outside events. In addition, stackable storage bags keep everything tidy. They also save space.
You also get two teaching guides by Andy Gleadhill. You get ‘West African Drumming Book 1’ and ‘Percussion Buddies’. Book 1 starts with the basics. Then it takes the group to a first performance in 10 lessons. It also gives you repertoire for a year or more. Percussion Buddies shows you how to add percussion parts to almost any piece. You can use it for drumming, choir, ukulele, and more.
West African drumming works well as group music in schools. It suits KS1 to KS4. Everyone can take part, whatever their ability. Teachers often see strong progress from hard-to-reach pupils. Drumming can build focus and confidence. It can also support teamwork. The parts can stay simple. However, you can also add advanced parts. So performances can feel exciting and rewarding.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s included in the African Drumming Primary 30 Player Wide Top Budget Buddies Pack?
You get 10 Pro Wide Top djembes and 20 percussion instruments. You also get West African Drumming Book 1 and Percussion Buddies by Andy Gleadhill.
How do Buddy Pairs work in a lesson?
Pupils work in pairs. One pupil plays djembe. The other plays a supporting percussion part. Then they swap during the lesson. So everyone stays active.
What is the most popular African drum?
The djembe is one of the most popular African drums used in schools. It is loud, expressive, and easy to start with. It also works well for whole-class rhythm work.
Is drumming good for ADHD?
Drumming can help some pupils with focus and self-regulation. It gives clear structure and steady repetition. However, every child is different, so it helps to adapt parts and pace.
Is this pack easy to store in schools?
Yes. Wide Tops have a low storage footprint. Bags also help keep sets tidy. Stackable storage bags can save even more space.
