In addition to the djembe, which is a 2-foot tall goblet-shaped drum, John Scalici draws inspiration from a variety of drums from around the globe. Part performer, part anthropologist, part community ...
Trinity College of Arts & Sciences announced the death of Bradley Simmons, instructor of music and director of the Duke Djembe and Afro-Cuban Ensembles. Simmons, 73, died May 22. “Bradley’s ...
Bradley Simmons, instructor of music and director of the Duke Djembe and Afro-Cuban Ensembles, is remembered for his deep knowledge of African drumming traditions, exceptional musicianship and ...