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Episode 1

My name is Katie Berns Lee, the founder of Drum Temple, where I encourage you to get in touch with your truest and most primal self. Welcome to Just the…

Episode 2

Welcome to Just the Rhythms! I am so excited to have you here. Welcome to the Drum Temple family….

Episode 3

Congratulations on beginning your journey into Just the Rhythms Level 1!…

Episode 4

In this class, we will be using the djembe drum. The djembe is a West African drum with deep cultural significance, originating from the Mande people of present-day Mali, Guinea,…

Episode 5

Ground down, level up, and expand your horizons with new djembe rhythms inspired by global cultures. Rub your hands, take a deep breath, shake it out, and dive into an…

Episode 7

In this course, I will be instructing how to add “ghost-notes” to each of the core rhythms….

Episode 8

Throughout the course, you may also see me play another drum in conjunction with the djembe to add additional color and flavor to the rhythms. This is the Ghanaian kpanlogo…

Episode 9

Learn how to play the bass, tone, and slap. Then, dive into a rhythm called Practicing the Strokes developed especially to advance your tone and playing….

Episode 10

Where do Afro-Cuban rhythms and dance come from? Throughout the course of the slave trade and beyond, African traditions have mingled with Spanish colonial music and indigenous sounds, a unique…

Episode 11

Discover the art of adding ghost notes to your rhythms, enhancing depth and creativity. Learn to incorporate these subtle notes for a continuous, engaging feel, allowing for improvisation and personal…

Episode 12

Religious practices also played a key role, with the rhythms and songs being integral to ceremonies in Afro-Cuban religions such as Santería….

Episode 13

This rhythm is comprised of three parts–the break, which signals to dancers and drummers to shift in movement, and 2 or more accompaniments (we will be doing 2) played together…

Episode 14

Explore the dynamic world of rhythm with an engaging accompaniment exercise. Focus on timing and coordination as you master the upbeat pickup note and layer rhythms. Perfect for enhancing your…

Episode 15

Enhance your rhythmic skills by incorporating ghost notes into accompaniment number one, creating a fluid and meditative experience. Master the sequence with continuous motions, transforming basic rhythms into a seamless…

Episode 16

This rhythm is comprised of three parts–the break, which signals to dancers and drummers to shift in movement, and 2 or more accompaniments (we will be doing 2) played together…

Episode 17

Explore the art of rhythm with ghost notes, enhancing the richness and movement of your music. Master the swung feel by integrating subtle nuances into your accompaniment, creating a continuous…

Episode 18

This rhythm is inspired by the Soli Rhythm from Guinea, West Africa, one of the most common rhythms played. This interpretation is mixed with influences from conga rhythms and techniques….

Episode 19

Explore the power of rhythm by mastering ghost notes and alternating bass. Slow down, breathe, and embrace the triplet feel. Discover how accents and ghost notes can stabilize and empower…

Episode 20

This rhythm is inspired by the Colombian rumba and is traditionally played on conga drums. We adapted it for the West African Djembe drum….

Episode 21

Explore the captivating rhythm inspired by Rumba Colombiana, enhanced with ghost notes. Feel the wave-like motion as you master triplets and syncopation. Through snaps, claps, and varied tempos, embody the…

Episode 22

Explore the captivating rhythm inspired by the Argentinian Bombo Legüero drum. Learn to adapt its unique beats to the djembe, transitioning from 3/4 to 6/8 time. Master hand positioning, ghost…

Episode 23

Explore the dynamic world of rhythm by adding ghost notes to a chara rhythm, transitioning from a three-four to a six-eight feel. Discover how intuitive ghost notes enhance the rhythm’s…

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