--- title: "Djembe Workshops & Intensives: Learn Authentic West African Rhythm" description: "Join our Djembe workshops and intensives to learn authentic West African drumming. Follow the Mamady Keïta method with certified teachers in Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore." canonical: https://mytribe.in/taal-inc/djembe-classes-workshops/workshops-intensives-deepen-your-practice last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Djembe Workshops and Rhythm Intensives Tribe Verified · Certified Mamady Keïta lineage teacher. By [Taal Inc](https://mytribe.in/taal-inc) · Classes at studios in Kalyani Nagar and Baner · ₹750 per session (estimate) Part of [Djembe Classes & Workshops](https://mytribe.in/taal-inc/djembe-classes-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/taal-inc/djembe-classes-workshops/gallery) Dive deep into West African percussion. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your technique, our intensive workshops bring the authentic Djembe rhythm to your city. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Here's a fun rapid-fire round with me and my friend Kelvin Kew from Singapore, naming rhythms from the TTMDA curriculum. It gives you a taste of the vast world of West African percussion we explore in our workshops.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf460de8-0497-43ae-93d0-9b55dc9f9ded) - [Video: A glimpse of the high-energy celebration at the end of our Pune Djembe workshop with Kelvin Kew. The joy of playing together after hours of intensive learning is unmatched.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fa472f6b-1d1f-4fcd-9aa5-5b4156f64e75) - [Video: I'm excited to announce a series of Djembe workshops across India. This video gives you a preview of the events in Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore, featuring international teacher Kelvin Kew.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/60de70f8-7a03-4028-aa20-7da646b93c64) - [Video: We are shifting our Pune classes to a monthly intensive workshop format. This will make it easier for people from all over to join and get a deep, focused introduction to the Djembe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb515329-d173-4a3c-b223-88d730cc4d08) - ![This poster announces our Bangalore Djembe workshop in collaboration with the Tam Tam Mandingue Djembe Academy, led by Kelvin Kew and myself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2f2c3462-e636-40e5-9e3b-6819de6ca0e1) - ![Announcing our monthly intensive Djembe workshop in Pune. These three-hour sessions are designed for a deep dive into traditional rhythms and techniques.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3349e8e0-6f78-4f32-a50e-8baf5a8a9cd0) - [Video: Our international Djembe workshops are coming to Pune, Mumbai, and Bangalore. We're bringing the authentic Mamady Keïta method to cities across India.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3be785fc-17d5-4d7e-a3e5-80e8c9e6a91e) - ![Where will you drum with us? This graphic shows our multi-city workshop tour with Kelvin Kew, with events in Pune, Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5ed75aff-7861-4f33-9e6d-890baceccaff) - ![We're bringing international Djembe workshops to four major Indian cities. This is a great opportunity to learn from certified TTMDA teachers and connect with the national drumming community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6901946b-23ab-435c-b1bc-e55589c10d51) - ![Another announcement for our international Djembe workshop tour. We're collaborating with top art spaces in each city to provide the best learning experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/85855bb0-2cca-4ccd-ba83-7d65adcf08ba) - ![We are proud to partner with Artsphere in Pune for our international Djembe workshop. Their wonderful space is the perfect venue for this deep dive into rhythm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9d92532d-750d-4178-9ba4-fa328376278a) - ![Announcing our Delhi Djembe workshop. We're excited to connect with the drumming community there and select deserving candidates for the TTMDA apprentice program.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a660d94b-903e-447f-ab86-41a870c30477) - ![We're thrilled to return to Arts in Motion in Mumbai for our workshop with Kelvin Kew. It's always a joy to drum with the energetic Mumbai community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb693908-33f0-4492-961d-ad0a5aafe9a4) - ![To kick off the new year, we're offering a free Djembe masterclass in both Kalyani Nagar and Baner. It's our way of saying thank you and welcoming new drummers into our community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc24358b-4ebc-4f0a-b467-525b3d79e7a3) ## About Workshops & Intensives: Deepen Your Practice These sessions are a significant step up from our weekly classes, designed as immersive intensives where we focus on technique, cultural context, and that infectious 'Wassa Wassa' energy. When we host guest teachers like Kelvin Kew, we don't just show you how to play—we break down the specific patterns and nuances of the TTMDA curriculum, ensuring every beat you play connects you to the true spirit of the Djembe. Our workshops and intensives are crafted for anyone who wants to move beyond the basics and understand the 'why' behind the rhythm. We teach strictly following the TTMDA (Tam Tam Mandingue Djembe Academy) curriculum, which was established by my guru, the late Grandmaster Mamady Keïta. This method isn't about memorizing beats; it is about learning the traditional West African way—connecting the sound to the story and the song to the movement. ### What You Will Experience * **Deep Dive Learning:** Unlike our casual drum circles, these intensives focus on specific rhythms, proper hand technique, and the cultural history of the Manding people. * **International Standards:** We frequently host international master teachers like Kelvin Kew from Singapore, giving you direct access to world-class guidance right here in India. * **Structured Progress:** Whether you are in Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, or Bangalore, our workshop formats are designed to help you build muscle memory and rhythm aptitude efficiently. ### Who This Is For These intensives are open to everyone. If you have done our weekly classes and want to level up, or if you are a musician looking to add percussion to your skill set, you will find value here. We provide all the gear—you just need to bring your willingness to learn and a little bit of josh (enthusiasm). We regularly host these sessions in top-tier arts spaces like Artsphere in Pune, Arts in Motion in Mumbai, and Shoonya in Bangalore. Because these are intensive sessions with limited capacity, we recommend securing your spot early. Each workshop is a stand-alone experience, so you can join regardless of your prior exposure to our curriculum. ## About Taal Inc I'm Varun, and for me, the Djembe is a way of life, not just music. I learned the craft directly from my guru, the late Grandmaster Mamady Keïta, and my goal is to pass that authentic, barrier-breaking rhythm on to you. Join us to find your sewa—your joy—and become part of a community that drums together, heals together, and grows together. 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