Ashanti War Drum in Kumasi headfullofrhythm 2010-09-11 | This drum comes from the Ashanti people of Ghana. When surprised by an enemy, the drummers would play this war drum which sounds convincingly like a leopard in order to frighten the invaders and halt their progress, long enough for the Ashanti to muster their forces and launch a counter attack. The guide at the Palace Museum in Kumasi was kind enough to demonstrate the sound of this drum.
Paul Simon - Sound of Silence at Merriweather Post Pavilion June 9, 2017 headfullofrhythm 2017-06-14 | Here is the third and final encore from the Paul Simon Concert held on June 9, 2017 at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD. Sound of Silence. Enjoy.
MASSD Retreat Sept 25, 2015 - Just the tricks headfullofrhythm 2015-12-06 | Just a few of the facilitation interventions during FunDrum Rhythm Circles closing event for the Maryland Association of Social Service Directors Retreat held September 25, 2015 in Annapolis MD
Mandalele November 7, 2015 RAAC Theatre Washington, VA headfullofrhythm 2015-12-04 | Rappahannock County, VA folk band Mandalele playing at the RAAC theatre in Washington, VA on November 7. This Mandalele concert features Wendi Sirat (vocal, ukulele, percussion), Lorainne Duisit (vocal, bass, mandolin), Robert "Smiggy' Smith (guitar, bass, tres) and Jonathan Murray (percussion). For more information on Mandalele, please visit - www.mandalele.com or contact via mandalele@gmail.com
Yoruba Iyailu Drumming with Olalekan Peter Adedokun headfullofrhythm 2014-03-19 | I was fortunate to have Nigerian master drummer Olalekan Peter Adedokun pay me a visit. I set up a camera and while I cooked us some dinner, I asked him to play whatever he wanted. In this video he plays an Iyailu talking drum (the lead drum in the ensemble).Mr. Adedokun can be reached via email at: omelekan@yahoo.com
Nigerian Master Drummer Olalekan Peter Adedokun plays Omele Bata headfullofrhythm 2014-03-19 | Nigerian Master Drummer Olalekan Peter Adedokun demonstrates his talent playing omele bata. - Living room sessions.
Nigerian Bata Drumming - Elese headfullofrhythm 2014-03-18 | I was fortunate to have Nigerian master drummer Olalekan Peter Adedokun pay me a visit. I set up a camera and while I cooked us some dinner, I asked him to play whatever he wanted. In this video he plays a traditional Masquerade rhythm called Elese on Bata.Mr. Adedokun can be reached via email at: omelekan@yahoo.com
2011 Cultureshock Tours - Ghana.wmv headfullofrhythm 2012-01-08 | This is a montage and brief recap of the 2011 Cultureshock Tours trip to Ghana. In our 2 weeks there, we stayed in Accra and Cape Coast and participated in a variety of classes and activities. Check out www.cultureshocktours.com for more information.
Dromo practice 4.wmv headfullofrhythm 2011-06-20 | In this practice session, Dromo is performing a kpanlogo piece
Dromo Performance #6.wmv headfullofrhythm 2011-03-07 | Dromo Dance Ensemble Accra, Ghana February 1, 2011 Contact Mr. Joseph Lartey for booking information - dromo_3000@yahoo.com
Dromo Performance #5.wmv headfullofrhythm 2011-03-07 | Dromo Dance Ensemble Accra, Ghana February 1, 2011
Dromo Performance #4.wmv headfullofrhythm 2011-03-05 | Dromo Dance Ensemble Accra, Ghana February 1, 2011 Contact Mr. Joseph Lartey for booking information dromo_3000@yahoo.com
Backyard Talking Drum Jam - YouTube.wmv headfullofrhythm 2011-02-19 | In November of 2009, my friend John Fitzgerald was visiting from California. He had studied Yoruba talking drum with Francis Awe in California. I called my good friend, and my teacher, Ayodapo Oyelana, who lives up the road in Baltimore and we had a nice little jam session in my backyard for about 3 hours. Here's a taste.
Dromo Dance Ensemble Performance #3.wmv headfullofrhythm 2011-02-18 | Dromo Dance Ensemble Performance February 1, 2011 Accra, Ghana Drummers playing Atumpani and Frontonfrom (tall) drums Contact Mr. Joseph Lartey for booking information dromo_3000@yahoo.com
Dromo Performance #1.wmv headfullofrhythm 2011-02-15 | This is the Dromo Dance Ensemble from Accra, Ghana. The BEST Cultural Performance group I have seen in Ghana. Contact the Director, Mr. Joseph Lartey at dromo_3000@yahoo.com for booking information.
Dromo Dance Ensemble Practice Session.wmv headfullofrhythm 2011-02-13 | Dromo Dance Ensemble is by far the BEST drumming and dancing group in Accra. This clip was filmed at one of their practice sessions and features some smokin' djembe playing. Hire this group! they have the tallent to perform on the world's best stages. Contact the Director - Joseph Lartey at dromo_3000@yahoo.com Tel: +233 244 260 124
Nii Okai Aryeetey - Master Kpanlogo Drummer.wmv headfullofrhythm 2011-02-13 | Nii Okai Aryeetey is a master kpanlogo drummer from Accra, Ghana. In this clip he is playing at home with 5 kpanlogo drums. If you are in Accra, contact Nii Okai for drumming lessons - 027 734-8361
Making Black Soap in Kumasi Central Market headfullofrhythm 2010-09-12 | We came across this lady making black soap on our tour of Kumasi Central Market.
Rooftop View of Kumasi Central Market headfullofrhythm 2010-09-12 | Kumasi Central Market is the largest market in West Africa - 10,975 shops
Kumasi Central Market Spills out into the streets headfullofrhythm 2010-09-11 | Even with almost 11,000 shops in the market there are hundreds more outside on the streets.
Cow Skinned Djembe headfullofrhythm 2010-09-11 | This very high pitched cow skinned djembe was crafted in the artists village in Accra Ghana. It is being played by local drum teacher Nii Okai Aryeetey.
Talking Drum Safari headfullofrhythm 2009-02-23 | In Spring of 2008 I travelled to Ife, Nigeria where I stayed with a family of drummers and the studied talking drum. This movie gives an introduction to talking drums and details their use and application.
Talking Drummer from Nigeria headfullofrhythm 2009-02-21 | Segun Adeyemo froom Ife Nigeria plays an Adamo talking drum.
