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Welcome to the World Percussion Instruments page of Drum Journey!
Here you may discover drums and percussion instruments from around the world and some of their applications and history. In each world section you will find photos of percussion instruments in North America, Latin America, South America, the Middle East, Africa, India, and Asia. Some of the world percussion instruments you may find include atabaque, balaphone, bata drum, berimbau, bhodran, bhuk, bongos, bougorabou, cajon, conga, cuica, damaru, datangu, dholak, djembe, doumbek, dunun, ghaval, kedang, kpanlogo, native frame drum, native powwow drum, ngoma, nyahbingi drum, pakhawaj, pandeiro, riq, sabar, slit drum, sogo, surdo, tablas, taiko, taphon, talking drum, tamborim, tibetan bowls, udu and more. Many articles and links to other sites will be included in this global drum journey. Enjoy your voyage! ~ David
World Percussion Instruments

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Links: World Drumming Info
Drum Dojo	Bangor Ireland	Dojo is a Japanese word meaning 'School' or 'place of learning'. This is a site where percussionists can learn more about their own instruments, and share some of their understanding for the benefit of others.
N. Scott Robinson	Cockeysville Maryland	Scott is an accomplished percussionist and recording artist who specializes in frame drumming and world music. Scott keeps active with a variety of teaching and presentations on world music and hand drumming topics for both musicians and music enthusiasts. Visit his Gallery of World Percussion page which includes sound samples, images and text.
Rhythmweb	Texas US	Extensive grassroots network exploring many different drum cultures as well as emerging artists. This is their home page.
The Drummer's Lounge	Internet	Extensive encyclopedia of world percussion instruments with photos.

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