The Fayetteville Observer

'Let's have fun': Downtown drum circle blends culture, music and community in Fayetteville

A free West African drum circle takes place every Tuesday night in Fayetteville. The circle is led by Francis Kweku Osei, a professional drummer from Ghana. The event aims to share West African ...
The Fayetteville Observer

Watch a session of the Agoro African Drum Beat Circle in Fayetteville

Watch a session of the Agoro African Drum Beat Circle in Fayetteville The Agoro African Drum Beat Circle in Fayetteville is an open, energetic group where anyone is invited to join in and celebrate ...
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African rhythms & beats : bringing African traditions to the classroom / Calla Isaak

Introduction. Some notes before we begin ; Beginnings ; Basic drum technique ; Rhythmic vocabulary patterns -- Stage 1 rhythmic vocabulary patterns. Gankogui and Axatse ; Obwahsimisah: a game song ; ...
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Drums signal healing and unity as Pan-African Connection celebrates Kwanzaa

DALLAS — As Kwanzaa celebrations came to a close at the Pan-African Connection Bookstore and Resource Center, drums delivered the final beat. “It’s an exhilaration,” Leo Hassan said. “It’s healing.” ...