West African Drumming - Secondary - 15 Player Wide Top Pro Class Set - Budget Buddies
SKU: CP-ADbb15s-w
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Super low cost solution for medium sized classes and bigger lunchtime or after school groups of secondary pupils or adult players. Includes 5 top quality, wide playing head Djembe drums and 10 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-ADbb15s-w
- Type
- bundle
- Container volume
- 0.33L
Key Features
- ✓ Super low cost starter solution for small to medium sized 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 secondary pupils and adults
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"Excellent for general class work, ten students can play the melody whilst the percussion buddies keep a steady pulse and coach the Steel Pan players. Students can swap roles as they go."
— Richard McKerron
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Description
This African Drumming Secondary 15 Player Pro Wide Top Djembe Budget Buddies Pack is a super low-cost option for lunchtime groups. It also suits after-school clubs. It works well for smaller class groups of secondary pupils. Adult players can use it too.
The Secondary 15 Player Pro Wide Top Djembe Budget Buddies Pack includes 5 Pro Wide Top djembe drums and 10 percussion instruments. This mix 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 players hear low, mid, and high parts more clearly. These Pro Wide Tops feel lighter than traditional djembes. They also feel more compact. They suit classroom use. The heads feel extra wide and strong. The shells feel 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. You also get a 5-year guarantee on the skins.
Special storage and carry bags are also available. They protect the instruments. They also help them last longer. They make transport safer too. This helps for outside events. In addition, stackable storage bags keep sets 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 builds skills step by step. 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 many pieces. You can use it for drumming, choir, ukulele, and more. West African drumming works well in schools. It suits mixed ability groups. It also supports teamwork and confidence. You can keep parts simple. You can also add advanced parts later.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s included in this secondary 15-player Budget Buddies pack?
You get 5 Pro Wide Top djembes and 10 percussion instruments. You also get West African Drumming Book 1 and Percussion Buddies. This gives you instruments and a clear teaching route.
What is the best size djembe for beginners?
Many beginners start best on a medium size. It feels comfortable to play. It also gives a balanced sound. A mix of sizes helps groups hear different parts.
What storage and guarantee benefits do Wide Tops offer?
You get a 10-year guarantee on the shells and a 5-year guarantee on the skins. Wide Tops also store easily. Stackable storage bags can help you store sets neatly.
