Andy Gleadhill's Slap Djembe

Introducing Andy Gleadhill's Slap Djembe

Whether you are a percussion expert or have never taught music before, this award winning resource is the best introduction to playing and teaching the djembe. Utilising an innovative, accessible notation it can be used with any drum, but pairs perfectly with Slap Djembes.

Featuring 12 traditional rhythms from all corners of the globe, Andy Gleadhil's Slap Djembe takes you on a worldwide tour of music through rhythm. Alongside each composition you are provided with additional content, fun facts, and cultural context to give a fully rounded education around each piece. Also included are insightful performance notes throughout as well as 10 weekly lessons that can be applied to any of the 12 rhythms in the book. That's 120 lessons, planned for you!

This essential classroom percussion companion was declared winner in the category of Outstanding Music Education Print Resource at the Music and Drama Education Awards 2024 held in London, UK.

“The judges agreed that this was an original and comprehensive resource for teachers to teach drumming effectively and break down barriers. It was excellent for visual learners, and was well planned and sequenced, with an innovative use of video. The judges were particularly impressed with how the resource engaged with rhythm and notation in a culturally sensitive and progressive way.”