Drummers and friends – it is with much excitement that I’m announcing the launch of my new Fremont Drum website! It represents the culmination of over 30 years of studying, learning, drumming, integrating and teaching African and Afro-Caribbean rhythms and is made up of 3 main categories: The Rhythms, The DrumBlog, and The Store. Click Read More below for the full article and please let me know if you have any questions!
Our DrumBlog is the "Heartbeat" of our Fremont Drum Online community. It includes many exciting categories filled with articles you can explore to learn about and enjoy Afro-Caribbean rhythms, culture and community. We're happy to share more on any topic or category you have an interest in, so if you have suggestions for future articles let us know!
Feel like joining a drum circle? Want to take a class? If so, you'll eventually need your own drum! But which one? This article discusses the different drum styles and materials you'll want to consider.
The West African talking drum is a laced, double-headed hourglass-shaped drum, worn across the shoulder with a strap and played on one head with a curved wooden beater. It is found in Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Cameroon, and across much of West Africa.
In this category, we showcase original recorded songs / compositions submitted by our ESSENTIAL and UNLIMITED members!
The only guideline is that the composition be inspired by African or Afro-Caribbean rhythms – how you interpret this is completely up to you, so read on to find out how to submit your entries!
Our first Member Showcase features Will Matthews. Will is the owner of Fremont Drum in Seattle, WA. Will has been studying (and teaching) African and Afro-Caribbean rhythms for over 30 years.
From: Seattle, WA
Rhythm Inspiration: Afro-Blue 2-Drum Rhythm
Song Title: Frogs
We present each of the curated rhythms on this site in a organized structure we call a "Rhythm Play Panel."
This structure provides an organized, simple and effective way for you to learn the different rhythm "parts" of each rhythm, dialogue, or ensemble. Read on to learn about this important feature of the site you'll be using regularly to become a better drummer.
In the upcoming months we will be dropping free BONUS rhythms for ESSENTIAL and UNLIMITED members.
These new FREE BONUS rhythms will come from our vast rhythm collection, and will eventually include 2 and 3-drum rhythms.
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