We also learned about the "drum language", this is a method of understanding the rhythms. Its through vocal noises made to sound like the drum beats like for example, Boom Patta Boom Patta Boom Patta Patta. This tells you the rhythms length and beat, I really like this method of learning music as it is far more memorable and realistic than counting 1, 2, 3 etc. I play the clarinet and learned to play it in the "correct musical" way but learning to count rhythms this way was much better. I enjoyed playing music this fun and rhythmic way!
We played on various different drum types here are some pictures of them...
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I really enjoyed this day. Especially learning about the African dances and traditions.
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