Simmons says his djembe classes are typically small. But that does not diminish the instrument’s power. Hundreds – if not thousands – of people from all walks of life will heed the call of the djembe ...

One of the best-known African drums is the West African djembe. It is shaped like a large goblet and played with bare hands. The body is carved from a hollowed trunk and is covered in goat skin.

"In my musical journey, I have found Djembe to be a wonderful instrument that connects people through rhythm ... known for drum circles conducted in India and the UK over the last 5 years.