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The Dundun (bass drums): kenkeni (small), sangban (medium), and dundunba (large) with kenken (bell) Djembes. Bala (xylo), Krin (log), Sekeke (rattle).

Proper playing position ßDjembe Elbows just above rim. Tip drum AWAY. Dundun à Village-Style: Hanging Ballet-Style: Verticle Kenkeni on the left.

Listening assignment: Find music by the following artist and listen! Mamady Keita, Les Bellets Africains, Fore Fote, Famadou Konate. Search for Macrou and Yankadi in iTunes.

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Djembe legend: u=bass, Standard note head=tone, X=slap

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Use this arrangement to transition between Yankadi and Macrou. Leader plays Whistle and Lead Djembe.

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“West African Drum & Dance – A Yankadi/Macrou Celebration” is a Book/DVD/CD program available from Alfred Publishing featuring a full arrangement with drumming, songs, and dance. More information