Drum in the Sun

The resonating beat of the Drum within the Sun symbolizes the stirring of one's innate creative and constructive capacities. It embodies the ascent of the Sun, igniting raw energy and fervor that intertwines with the soul. At its core, rhythm emanates from the primal cadence of the heartbeat, serving as our initial and most intimate encounter with rhythmic expression.

Rooted in tradition, African music harmonizes with the ebbs and flows of existence, reflected in it are the rhythms of individual lives and the natural world. Each beat tells a story, marking important moments in the annual and personal journey, just as the Sun orchestrates the seasons and life's cyclical dance.

The Djembe amplifies intentions and lends voice to this cosmic symphony. Through harmonizing the cerebral hemispheres, equilibrium is attained, uniting mind, body, and spirit in harmonious accord. Through regular drumming, this equilibrium is instinctively achieved, as the drumbeat echoes the organic evolution of consciousness.

To Drum in the Sun is to embrace this evolutionary process as an inherent aspect of existence; akin to breathing, drumming is an intrinsic facet of being alive. To acknowledge this truth is to step into the luminous realm of awareness.

Playing the djembe transcends mere percussion; it is an assertion of individuality amidst the discordant cacophony, a declaration of identity amidst the collective. Just as the Sun radiates warmth and vitality, djembe music embodies passion, potency, and vitality.

Both the djembe and the Sun, circular in form, epitomize the cyclical nature of existence and the imperative of communal balance, seen in the dynamic interplay of the djembe ensemble. Weather and mood mirror each other, underscoring the importance of attuned interpersonal dynamics and attentive listening in conscious drumming.

To be truly well-rounded in drumming is to delve into its intricacies, understanding its nuances and origins, and mastering the collaborative art of ensemble playing. Only then can one claim to be a well rounded percussionist.

With one resounding strike, Djembe drumming connects us to the primal essence of the Sun, both within and without, embodying the eternal wellspring of life itself.

That is what Drum in the Sun is all about