Boston's complete world rhythm and drum shop. "You are a drummer, you just need to remember"

General Info

New England Premier Hand Drumming School serving the rhythmic community for over 27 years. DrumConnection offers excellence in djembe and dunun instruction from private classes to exciting workshops and performances. We have expanded our offerings to include doumbek, conga, tabla and drum kits, cymbals, stick, pedals, stands. We are New Englands Drum Shop for the best selection of djembe, dunun, conga, tabla, cahones, doumbek. As well as accessories for the above. We do complete repairs on all drums with a quick turn-around time. When you buy from us, you will get all the guidance you need to make the perfect decision. Also a free basic drum lesson is included with every drum sale. Free tuning on your drum for life! Our close ties to Guinea, West Africa and in association with Famoudou Konate, Mamady Keita, Mamady Wadaba Kourouma, Sayon Camara, Namory Keita, Nansady Keita, Bolokada Conde, Babara Bangoura we bring you a rich heritage from the Homeland, the birthplace of the drums. Join us!

Hours

Appointment Only Hours

Mon	12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tue - Sun	Closed

Regular Hours

Mon	Closed
Tue - Thu:	12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fri:	12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Sat - Sun:	12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Category

Musical Instrument Supplies & Accessories

Services/Products

• Drums and percussion for all ages. • Classes in African drumming, conga drumming, doumbek, tabla, djembe and more. • Affiliated with Famoudou Konaté, Mamady Keita and recommended by both. • Repairs on all drum instruments. Reheading on djembe/dunun drums. • Adult and kids classes. * School programs a secialty. Outfit your school for a full music program from drums to instructor training. • DC Teacher Training Program * Certification in Famoudou Konaté repertoire • Studdies in Mamady Keita material * Recurring workshops with Sayon Camara, Mamady 'Wadaba' Kourouma, Bolokada Conde.

Payment Options

Brands

... and much more., Bill Mathews, DrumSkull Drums, Goatskins, LP, Mamady Keita djembe, Meinl, Mid-East Manufacturing, Motherland Music, Remo, Toca, built by us in Guinea

Location

We are located right on Mass Ave in Arlington, MA USA. Directly across from Bistro Duet Restaurant and across from Capital Theater. We are minutes from Cambridge, Belmont, Medford, Lexington, Winchester and Boston. A 12 minute walk from the Alewife 'T'

Neighborhood

East Arlington

Amenities

Drum Kits, Cymbals, Sticks, DW, Pearl, PDP, Gretsch. Remo, Mid-East, Hung, DrumSkull, Kalimba Magic,Repairs and Rentals,Fast turn-around time on djembe/dunun repairs,Exciting group classes for kids or adults,Classes nightly,Movement classes,Guinean dance classes,Trained staff to fit you to the perfect drum for your needs, beginner to professional,Full service drum shop,FREE drum lesson with any drum purchase,FREE tuning for life of the drum!,Cultural trips to Africa 1-2 times a year Study drum, dance and song in Guinea. Included is balafon, tambin, gongoma, languages

Languages

English, French

Accreditation

Arlington Chamber of Commerce, Board Member

Berklee College of Music Alumnae Association

New England Conservatory Extension School

Associations

Arlington Chamber of Commerce, Board MemberBerklee College of Music Alumnae Association

AKA

The Drum Connection

Other Link

https://www.drumconnection.com

Other Information

Parking: Street

Bike Parking: Yes

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Pets Allowed: Yes