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He was introduced to the djembe by a friend from the Ivory Coast.
Except for the "lead" (or "solo") djembe, all instruments play a recurring rhythmic figure that is known as an "accompaniment pattern" or "accompaniment part".
Many other djembefolas followed suit; as of 2014, a potential visitor can select from tens of djembe tours each year.
Traditionally, the djembe is played only by men, as are the "dunun" that always accompany the djembe.
There are a number of different creation myths for the djembe.
The weight of a djembe ranges from 5 kg to 13 kg (1129 lb) and depends on size and shell material.
In general, a master drummer has given his whole life to the djembe and dunun.
These drums provide a rhythmic and melodic base for the djembe ensemble.
In addition to her voice, she plays and writes with non-traditional guitar, bass, upright bass, piano, djembe, and continues to learn other instruments.
