The Djembe

1. What continent is the Djembe originally from? _______________________________

2. What are the three materials the Djembe is made of?

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3. What does the rope do on the Djembe?____________________________________

4. Name the three basic sounds on the Djembe.

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5. How do the performers hold the Djembe? _________________________________

6. What do the performers use to strike the Djembe? __________________________

7. What creates the sound of the Djembe? ___________________________________

8. Why is it important to hold the Djembe at an angle? _________________________