Learn djembe with the Rhythm Studio

Ever fancied delving into the world of African percussion and, more specifically, the West African Djembe? Now is your chance with a drumming course covering said instrument kicking off at The Rhythm Studio in London on Tuesday evenings from the start of September.

The course will be taught by Alex Dayo, a master drummer from Burkina Faso with over 25 years experience teaching and performing in Africa and in Europe.

The first session will be a free workshop for all those interested and will take place on Tuesday 2 September at 8pm. The twelve-week course will then kick off on Tuesday 16 September up until 9 December. Taking part in the course will cost £125.

For information call 0208 969 8616 or email mail@therhythmstudio.co.uk.


Chris Barnes

I'm MusicRadar's eCommerce Editor. In addition to testing the latest music gear, with a particular focus on electronic drums, it's my job to manage the 300+ buyer's guides on MusicRadar and help musicians find the right gear for them at the best prices. I dabble with guitar, but my main instrument is the drums, which I have been playing for 24 years. I've been a part of the music gear industry for 20 years, including 7 years as Editor of the UK's best-selling drum magazine Rhythm, and 5 years as a freelance music writer, during which time I worked with the world's biggest instrument brands including Roland, Boss, Laney and Natal.