Djembes

Find the perfect percussion for your classroom from Chamberlain Music’s fantastic range of djembes, with instruments from Percussion Plus, Percussion Workshop, Toca and Meinl Viva. Read more…

Find the perfect percussion for your classroom from Chamberlain Music’s fantastic range of djembes, with instruments from Percussion Plus, Percussion Workshop, Toca and Meinl Viva.

All our djembes are constructed to the highest quality with durable, top-quality materials in a wide variety of sizes and vibrant designs, making them the perfect drums for schools. Our packs are ideal for any age or ability, providing a great entry into the world of African drumming.

Packs offer a convenient and affordable way to buy djembes at the best price.

Features include:

• A massive variety of packs from the World Slap Djembe range
• Wooden and synthetic TFCDJ-7MS drums
• Range of colourful drum designs including Fiesta, Kente and Bali Red
• A range of Toca drums including the Toca Freestyle nesting djembe pack and the Toca Freestyle Coloursound djembe pack
• Packs for up to 20 players PP664-20PK
• Drums ranging from 5” to 13”
• Drumheads made from natural goatskin and synthetic material
• Lightweight, transportable, and stackable options VR-SDJSET-SH
• Great selection of African drums for education
• Learn by rhythm in group drum sessions
• Slap Djembe packs include Andy Gleadhill’s Slap Djembe – the perfect introduction to playing and teaching the djembe, helping you create lesson plans and teach rhythms from around the world on the djembe

About djembes

Djembes (‘Jem-bays’) are a type of goblet shaped hand drum originally from West Africa, which are known for being able to produce a wide variety of tones by hitting the drum in different ways. They are ideal for playing in group settings and are becoming increasingly popular in schools and educational institutions, music therapy, drum circles, and festivals as a great way for pupils to practice rhythm, play as part of a percussion ensemble and create a fantastic sound.

Djembe groups are an ideal way to develop team working and group collaboration – the word djembe even translates to “everyone gather together in peace”. They are a fun and rewarding form of music teaching and provide a fantastic activity for schools to help improve student mental health and wellbeing.

The Percussion Plus Slap Djembe

The Percussion Plus Slap Djembe range is also a classroom favourite! These beautifully patterned drums are durable, easy to transport and come with an innovative 'how to play' guide printed on the drum skin, perfect for helping beginners learn the different techniques needed to make the most out of their instrument. For class music making made easy don’t forget to check out Andy Gleadhill’s Slap Djembe classroom resource to complement your Slap Djembe set.

World Slap Djembe - the new generation

A second generation of Slap Djembes, the World range, develops on the success of the original Carnival design. Manufactured in the world’s premier Djembe factory in Bali, these fantastic educational drums are more durable, resonant and vibrant than ever. With their instructive drumheads and robust construction, Slap Djembes make a brilliant addition to any music education setting.

Other djembe options

Or why not start making music even earlier with our Remo Kids Djembe? Winner of the prestigious Oppenheim Gold Seal Toy Awards for product quality, its lightweight build and engaging design makes it the perfect children’s drum to start your djembe journey.

For more easy ways to introduce world music into your classroom have a look at our Samba Packs, Indian percussion or South American percussion packs.