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MEET YOUR TEACHER: MICHAEL NAUDE
Born in Zimbabwe, Mike began his musical journey with Southern African rhythms, practicing various disciplines since 1998.
Class Details
Welcome to our Intermediate Djembe Classes!
Join us in person or online. Online students will receive a Zoom link on the day of class
Intermediates – Mondays @7:30pm – 8:45pm AEDT
- Our classes run in 6-week series
- If you miss the first two weeks, we recommend joining the next series
- Spots are limited, no refunds or credits for missed classes
- Classes are recorded and available upon request
(Let the teacher know if you prefer not to be included in the video). - Not sure which level to join? Contact our team or check out more info on class levels here.
SERIES 1 – 2026
Jan 12th: 1st week of the series
Jan 19th: 2nd week of the series
Feb 2nd: 3rd week of the series – join if you attended week 1 or 2
Feb 9th: 4th week of the series – join if you attended week 1 or 2
Feb 16th: 5th week of the series – join if you attended week 1 or 2
Feb 23rd: 6th week of the series – join if you attended previous weeks
2026 CLASS SERIES*
Series 1: January 12th | Series 2: March 2nd | Series 3: April 27th | Series 4: June 15th | Series 5: July 27th | Series 6: September 14th | Series 7: October 26th
*No classes on public holidays.
MEET YOUR TEACHER
MICHAEL NAUDE
Born in Zimbabwe, Mike began his musical journey with Southern African rhythms, practicing various disciplines since 1998. In 2015, his passion turned westward toward the djembe, deepening after moving to Melbourne to study under Simon Fraser and Bassidi Koné. He performs with fiery ensemble Dunu Teké and continually explores West African rhythm, believing music lives in us all – we just need to learn its language.
Tribalism: Student Performance
Tribalism is a showcase for our drumming students who come together to share their music and growing skills.
Our Djembe classes take the stage, playing what they’ve been learning for friends, family, and the community.
The event brings together the best of grassroots drumming and dance from across Melbourne, featuring a mix of student performances, guest musicians, and plenty of energy. It concludes with a big jam, where everyone joins in for one final burst of music.
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FAQs
What do your intermediate djembe classes include?
Our Intermediate Djembe Classes focus on developing technique, dexterity, hand independence, and stamina. Classes build on foundational skills, introducing more complex rhythms (including 12/8 timing), ensemble playing, and performance techniques to help you take your drumming to the next level.
Do I need to bring my own djembe?
No! We provide a djembe for use during class. If you want to practise at home, you can hire a drum for $20 per week or choose our 6-week drum hire add-on. Feel free to explore our djembe range and find the one that suits you best.
Can I get a refund if I can’t attend a class?
We don’t offer refunds on class bookings. If you let us know by 5 pm on the day of your class, we can transfer your booking to a future class at no extra cost. Missed classes cannot be transferred.
What if I miss a djembe class? Will I fall behind?
Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! All drumming classes are recorded, and you can request the video to catch up.
Plus, we can provide practice resources and exercises designed to keep your skills progressing.
