Easy Hand Drumming – Conga Techniques & Combos
Easy Hand Drumming – Conga Techniques & Combos
Discover the joy of hand drumming in this easy-to-follow course designed for all ages and skill levels. Using conga drums as the main instrument, you’ll learn essential techniques and a few combinations that you can apply to bongos, djembes, cajons and other hand drums. We’ll start with the basics, build up to a few advanced skills, and put it all together in fun, musical patterns you can play right away. Perfect for beginners, music students, parents looking to support their child’s learning, and educators seeking fresh percussion material.
By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools and confidence to create your own grooves, improve your rhythm, and enjoy hand drumming as a lifelong skill.
Derrick Raiter
Hi, I’m Derrick Raiter, a professional percussionist with over 30 years of experience. I help drummers and percussionists of all levels build strong technique, confidence, groove, and musical expression through personalized, engaging lessons. My teaching is shaped by a national performance career and seven years of private study with renowned drummer Anika Nilles.