African Djembe

The African Djembe Drum Instrument is a culturally rich and highly engaging percussion instrument designed for children to explore rhythm, sound, and world music. With its goblet-shaped design, this drum is easy to play with bare hands and produces a broad range of tones-from sharp slaps to deep, resonant bass notes. It belongs to the membranophone family, with a synthetic drumhead stretched over a rounded frame that acts as a Helmholtz resonator, enhancing its distinctive low tones. Measuring approximately 22.5cm in diameter at the top, 13.5cm at the base, and 31cm in height, this djembe is perfectly sized for school-aged children aged 5+ years. The djembe is ideal for music education, rhythm development, and multicultural studies, allowing students to learn about traditional African music and its role in global culture. It's perfect for group drumming circles, solo rhythm play, or classroom performances.

Educational Benefits:

• Rhythmic Awareness - Supports learning of tempo, timing, and musical structure through hands-on practice
• Cultural Appreciation - Encourages understanding of African traditions and multicultural music studies
• Sound Exploration - Offers a range of tonal variations depending on where and how it's struck
• Motor Skill Development - Improves coordination and control through dynamic hand drumming

Classroom Ideas:

• Cultural Music Studies - Introduce the djembe in lessons focused on African music and instruments
• Drumming Circles - Use for rhythm-building activities in group settings
• Sound Science - Explore the Helmholtz resonator concept in a music and physics cross-curricular activity
• Performance Practice - Encourage students to compose and perform simple rhythms or songs

Contents Include:

• 1 x African Djembe Drum with Synthetic Drumhead

Product Specifications:

• Top Diameter: 22.5cm
• Base Diameter: 13.5cm
• Height: 31cm
• Material: Synthetic drumhead with a traditional goblet-shaped frame
• Age: 5+ years
• Use: Ideal for rhythm exploration, cultural education, and classroom music sessions
• Safety Information: Adult supervision recommended
• Brand: Not specified

Pack Size: Set of 1