African Drums & Instruments
FOR SALE!West African Drums

A wide range of Djembe, Dun-dun and other assorted West African Instruments are available. MORE >>
h'art of drumming news

h'art of drumming news
31/01/2009
Circle Of Rhythm
TOPSHELF ENTERTAINMENT PRESENT Sat 31st Jan @ The Dancehouse in Carlton One of the most inspiring acts in Australia! With Ben Walsh ( the Bird ), Greg Sheehan ( Utungan Percussion ) and Bobby Singh ( theBird ) Body percussion workshops during the day.


Welcome to Melbourne Djembe, the new name for "h'art of drumming".

Djembe imageVery soon we will have a new look website, featuring online sales of instruments, classes and more.

What is Melbourne Djembe?
Drumming is about community. It is about respecting the uniqueness and the value of each and every individual in order to work together with honesty and trust. Drumming shows us simplicity and complexity, patience and ultimately a great sense of belonging. 
Run by Simon Lewis and Mitzi McRae, Melbourne Djembe is a creative company specialising in West African drumming and dance. We provide instruments, tuition, performances and corporate drumming experiences.

our warehouse - instrument sales and repairs

Come and visit Simon personally at his home based warehouse at 3 Albert Street, Coburg.

A full range of Djembe, Dun-dun and other west African instruments are available pre or custom made, as well as instrument repairs and reskinning, and expert advice on all matters of instrument care.

Take a look at the instruments currently available here >>

Open most days by appointment. Call Simon on 0425 753 553 to book a time.

african Dance & drumming classes

African drummimg classes

Check out Simon and Mitzi's great range of classes now held at Brunswick South Primary School, 56 Brunswick Road, Brunswick.
Beginners to advanced Djembe classes are offered.
NEW: Mature age womens class, Wednesdays 6.30pm $15

 

Wassawumba!

Wassawumba is Melbourne’s own ten piece African drum and dance ensemble lead by Simon Lewis and Mitzi McRae, two of Australia’s most talented exponents of  West African dance and percussion.
Read more about Wassawumba here >>


african drum and dance in schools

Melbourne Djembe can provide fantastic workshop opportunities for your school in West African drum and dance. Full details >>