Victor Sams

About Victor Sams

Victor Sams teaches djembe and ngoni in Amsterdam and Purmerend. He also runs workshops and performs.

Lessons

The weekly djembe lessons focus on West African and Caribbean drumming and singing. Ngoni lessons cover the basics of playing the ngoni and combine this with singing.

• Weekly djembe lessons for beginners and advanced players in Amsterdam
• Weekly djembe lessons in Purmerend
• Weekly ngoni lessons for beginners and advanced players in Amsterdam

Workshops and performances

The programme includes djembe workshops for different groups and occasions, including schools, businesses, weddings and festivals.

• Djembe workshops for schools and teachers
• Djembe workshops for businesses and team building
• Djembe workshops at your location
• Djembe workshops at weddings and festivals
• Introductory ngoni workshop
• Participatory performances

Approach

According to the course description, participants learn basic playing techniques and ways to approach rhythm. Group playing is described as a non-verbal rhythmic conversation.

Practical information

Lessons take place at Volkshotel in Amsterdam and Cultuurpodium P3 in Purmerend. You can register by email, phone or Facebook; the full course fee is paid in advance.

• Volkshotel, Wibautstraat 150, Amsterdam
• Cultuurpodium P3, Purmersteenweg 17-19, Purmerend
• Djembe course: 10 lessons; djembe rental is listed separately
• Ngoni course: 10 lessons; ngoni is rented for the first course

About Victor Sams

Victor has taught African-Caribbean drumming and singing since 1986.