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Unlock the Magic of African Rhythms with our World-Renowned Djembe Teacher

Ready to embark on a rhythmic journey that will awaken your soul? Djembe Tutor is your gateway to mastering the art of djembe drumming under the guidance of our master djembe teacher.

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400+ Djembe Training Videos

Our djembe training videos are arranged into easy-to-learn categories and come with audio practice tracks

Djembe Tutor is the world’s most comprehensive resource for learning West African rhythms

Whether you are a beginning drummer just wanting to learn the fundamentals of how to play djembe or an experienced player looking to expand your repertoire, we have everything you need to take your playing to the next level.

Djembe Tutor contains an encyclopedia of rhythm knowledge. We have hundreds of video djembe and dunun lessons covering everything from basic technique to advanced soloing. Master djembe teacher Fara Tolno breaks down each polyrhythmic arrangement in simple, easy to understand steps for you to learn at your own pace.

Four years in, trusted by over 9000 successful Djembe players

We’ve helped thousands of people achieve their musical goals and become better Djembe drummers. Here’s what some of them have to say.

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Simply put, you cannot find a better service out there. I’ve been a member for 5 months now and my Djembe technique has improved beyond my wildest expectations.

I really appreciate how simple Djembe Tutor is to use. I've tried several other Djembe classes out there and DT is the best.

I'm a skeptical guy. Been using [DT] for almost a year and had started from zero. My growth as been unbelievable and I've now started recommending it to other people.

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I've learned so much with DT. I would recommend these djembe lessons to anyone who is a beginner or even an experienced intermediate.

Your Djembe Teacher

Fara Tolno

Fara Tolno isn’t just any djembe teacher – he’s a living legend in the world of African percussion. Born in Guinea, West Africa, Fara has been playing the djembe since the age of nine, honing his craft in the vibrant streets of Kissidugu and Conakry. With decades of experience and collaborations with music icons like Neil Young, B.B. King, and Youssou N’Dour, Fara brings unparalleled djembe teaching expertise to your musical journey.

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Over 50 Djembe rhythms

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Cultural context of the rhythms

Also includes accompaniments, solos, ballet dununs, traditional dununs and practce tracks for each rhythm

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