Historians agree that the djembe was invented by the Mandinka (or Maninke) people of western Africa in around 1300 AD. At this time the Mandinka empire stretched over Guinea, Mali, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, and Senegal 🇬🇳🇲🇱🇧🇫🇨🇮🇬🇲🇸🇳 Here is a snapshot of the history of West Africa using maps from Cultures of West Africa These maps and this history is incredible!!! #westafricanhistory #westafricanculture #culturesofwestafrica #africandrumming | African Drumming
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The rhythms of West Africa begin long before the first beat is played. 🪵 Each djembe is hand-carved by skilled artisans, often drawing on centuries-old traditions. These patterns represent unique themes such as community, harmony, or even blessings for the drummer. Watch as raw timber transforms into a masterpiece. 🪘 | African Drumming
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The art of drum making has a rich and longstanding history in West Africa that predates written records. The continued mastery of this craft is a reflection of their passion and commitment to their cultural traditions 🪘 #africandrumming #djembe #ghanatiktok🇬🇭 #percussion
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