DrumConnection

Is good

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What a fun store and great lessons!!

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Love my new drum and the classes! Great shop, amazing experience!

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The Drum Connection is a welcoming place to learn from world renowned artists. Check out the classes and research the master teachers for a better understanding of the incredible classes being offered here.

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An amazing one of a kind music store/ shop, musical resource and even a studio for lessons. Knowledgable staff and packed with very desirable goodies for every percussionist or percussion lover!

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Alan is the man to consult even for such esoteric items as Sonor tension rods. If he doesn't immediately know the answer he'll find it in a matter of days.

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Honestly, I can't say enough good things about DrumConnection. Alan and John helped me pick out the perfect drum, and when I came in tonight, Alan talked with me for at least an hour about technique, the history of the djembe coming to America, and more. The place is warm and inviting, and the people who work there are the same. I am confident I chose the best place to start my drumming journey, and I will be back for their classes! Five stars all the way! More...

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Alan is pleasant, knowledgeable about EVERYTHING to do with percussion and African Drums and culture and he is fair in his pricing and good with servicing replacement drum heads, tuning, and has lessons and other educative sessions in his store and elsewhere. Founder of the 'Drum Connection', he has brought numerous African drummers to Boston area and is a very fine person to do business with! More...

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Alan Tauber, the owner has built a community of drummers over a lifetime of teaching and caring. His shop though catering to the African side of percussion carries items for the Afro/Cuban, rock, funk and country drummers. Stop by and visit. Tell him that CRASH sent you. More...

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The Trip to Africa that will change your life!

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The place to go.(period) :) Thank you Alan for all you have done and continue to do in the name of rhythm!

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Once again Alan at the Drum Connection came through. Got a great djembe bag on short notice. Alan helped me with the selection and even offered to order me one if he didn't have what I needed. But he had a good selection and I got a good one. Thanks. More...

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This place is great! The classes and individual lessons are excellent and everyone connected with the place is very knowledgeable. If you are purchasing a drum Alan will discuss it with you, making sure you get the best instrument for your needs without overspending. I can't rate the Drum Connection too highly! More...

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Like sponges absorbing moisture, the Hearts of children can be broken when Life delivers so much hurt. But drumming is a matrix in which children create the positive metaphor for their tomorrows. For this reason, my motivation for taking the wonderful DrumConnection hand drumming course is captured in the poem below: More...

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Drum Connection is a wonderful drum school to learn rhythms, culture, and something about yourself. I found the drumming classes to be very enlightening and enjoyed the community aspect of the studio's environment. The teachers are excellent in explaining and teaching rhythms with great patience in guiding you. I definitely recommend you to go check out a class! They also have great instruments, so check out what they have while you're at it! More...

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One of the Best Drummers, I cannot believe he is so precise ,helpful and down to earth.. He took his time to explain things and help me decide on whats best for me . . thanks Alan you definitely deserve 5 stars. More...

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A true gem for anyone looking for a new experience: African hand drum lessons, authentic instrument purchases, and more. I signed up for a 6 week beginner djembe class (and rented a drum to take home an practice during the session), and have found a new zen in my my life. It is so much fun playing a hand drum, and after only one class i felt ready to participate in a drum circle. (Which are organized regularly through the shop)Alan is the owner of the shop and is an expert on the African rhythms of Guinea Africa. In hi classes and workshops, he'll teach you more than just how to play the drum: he'll also teach you how to speak to the drum and have it speak to you; He'll teach you about the people and culture of Guinea and other West African countries and the importance of the drum and dance on them; and he'll share anecdotal stories of his visits there and the people he's met. He attests: Anyone can learn to drum. And if everyone drummed, there would be no war, no racism, no hate. After sitting in on a class and experiencing the zen, you quickly understand that there is truth in his statement. More...

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You would never believe that so many instruments and accessories could be packed into such a small space. Alan knows so much about drums and other percussion and willingly shares his knowledge. He will advise if you ask for it, but doesn't force his ideas on you. I would give a higher rating, but there are only 5 stars. More...

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The DrumConnection is an amazing drum store with a full service. Alan is kind and knowledgeable. If a product is not available at the store, he would order it for you. I bought 2 LP congas and they arrived in 3 days! Excellent. Highly recommended. Guillermo Nojechowicz (drummer, composer, educator) More...

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Great place to purchase a drum and join Meetup and take lessons. Allan has a great deal of knowledge!

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The drum connection is where I began. Working, learning, taking lessons from this man. I was able to get my crazies out on the Djembe. Best times ever. Highly recommend the Drum Connection and all of their people. More...

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Great store! I just wandered past on my way to Barismo and thought I'd check it out and maybe pick up an egg shaker if they had one. Indeed, they had two types of egg shakers, along with more than ten other types of shakers to boot. I ended up buying a really nice larger shaker, and the guy threw in the two different egg shakers for well under the marked price. There was a fourth shaker that I kinda wanted, too, but I'm not the kind of guy who buys four shakers at a time. No, I'm a three-shaker guy. I'll be back in the future to browse and probably make further impulse purchases--the store is full of cool stuff, and the guy was fun to chat with. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

I really dig the Drum Connection both as a retail store and as a resource center for music and culture. Alan knows and loves what he teaches and it shows, and he invites in others that share his vibe. I enjoy talking with him whenever I drop in, and all the instruments that Ive gotten there have been exactly what I needed and expected. More...

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I was thrilled to find that this store doesn't just have hand drums, but is also well-stocked with   hardware and parts for rock drum kits. And if they don't stock something you need, they'll order it for you or point you in the right direction. Alan, the owner, is extremely knowledgeable and helpful if I have questions or need advice. When I came in last year wanting to restore my vintage kit, I had no idea where to start, and Alan helped me through the entire process, from cleaning, de-rusting, to finding missing parts. Whenever I have a problem with my kit or something breaks, I always go to Alan first (it's a good idea to call the store to see when he's working!) Often he'll find a way to fix it without having to purchase new parts. Definitely recommend this gem over bigger places like Guitar Center. More...

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I have taken several classes and always enjoyed it.  Alan and the other teachers are patient and fun.  The drum circles are great to review what you have learned.  Now that I have a hand injury I can no longer drum the djembe.  Maybe the DunDun More...

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The Drum Connection is many things.  It is a funky world music store specializing in percussion, especially West African.  You will get expert and caring advice on your purchase .  It is an amazing school for African hand drumming with exciting classes, workshops and guest master drummers.  Finally, it is a warm community of people united in a noncompetitive interest in the culture and music of West Africa. More...

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Once again, a satisfied customer! The goat skin I had purchased and applied myself with excellent guidance by Alan, just didn't seem to be getting the sound I was hoping to achieve.    So, after further consultation we decided to try a cow skin and I decided to turn the installation to the Drum Connection pros. Just picked my djembe up yesterday and it really sings with nice full bottom bass, mid and sharp high slap tones. Gun Dun Go Do Pa Ta. Brilliant thanks again! More...

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Alan the owner is always friendly and helpful. When I was looking for a drum, he chose 4 drums he thought I might like, each unique. He helped me sort out the differences to find the combination of pluses that added up to the perfect drum for me. Alan the teacher is a non-judgmental, supportive, and clear instructor whose decades of experience and amazing skill as a drummer combine to provide a safe and inspiring learning environment. I've studied with four other DrumConnection instructors and each is excellent in his or her own ways, and all certified by examination. A great store and a wonderful school. I recommend it without reservations. More...

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This is a great little shop.  Alan was able to rent me some drums for my autism caregivers retreat and was very accommodating.  The drums were gorgeous, beautiful sound.  Our group had a great time thanks to Drum Connection coming through at the last minute for me.  Thank you! More...

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Alan Tauber is THE drumming guru! Exceptionally thoughtful, kind, and helpful. He knows more about drums, drumming, and the drum community than wikipedia or anyone else could ever hope to; and is more than happy to share it with everyone.Drum connection is the most well stocked store with the highest quality merchandise, including a huge selection of drums hand crafted in Africa.The school features the highest caliber instructors from both America and Africa. The classes are amazing!I cannot reccomend Drum Connection highly enough! Six Stars! More...

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A few of us went to Friday nights drum circle & had such a great time!! We had a lot of laughs, and a lot of fun! Alan was so welcoming :) Alan's wife & brother in law also helped in the class and they all brought such great energy to the room.  We will definitely be going back! More...

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Namory's Sunday classes have been fabulous, so this review shouldn't take away anything from them.  But it was a  delightful change off pace to take a class with Moussa Traore yesterday.  This wasn't just a class on the parts for Mendieni. We got great insight into ballet vs.  traditional,  a powerful perspective on approaching djembe starting from understanding the dununs,  and great instruction on rolls and on getting  the feel by counting in Malinke. I would welcome Moussa back anytime! More...

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The Drum Connection is a fantastic place to take African drumming lessons, meet some wonderful people and really expand your horizons by attending workshops with master drummers from West Africa. It's been a life changing experience for me. I am so blessed to be part of Alan and Fanta's community. Tom Burke More...

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Dropped by on Friday hours before a gig for a new snare head, sticks and a cymbal stand. Got a whopping package deal and Alan let me test everything out in the shop to be sure I liked it. Great service and great deals.

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I started years ago in beginner lessons, and for a few years was drumming with DrumConnection and was amazed at how great the teachers were, I was easily following along an advanced class after about two years. I don't live as close anymore, but I attend the drum circles as often as possible. It's a great community, and a good business. At any circle I go to, people are always admiring my drum and I make sure to send them to Alan so they can get a genuine djembe too! More...

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I had a great buying experience at the drum connection.  I am new to hand drumming and the woman working was extremely helpful - I came home with a great sounding djembe that I love playing.  Thanks!

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We happened upon the Drum Connection one afternoon and had been considering getting a djembe for my daughter to continue her drumming lessons taken at school. We found the folks at Drum Connection very relaxed and informative as she tested out the drums. I really appreciated that the owner didn't try to sell us something that would be difficult to maintain for a young person, and would grow with her. This is a quality place, the kind I cherish in Massachusetts - courteous, old-school, knowledgeable professionals with very dry humor. He also tuned a used drum I was able to come by w/o charge, much appreciated. We haven't tried classes here, but look forward to giving them a try in the future. As for price, I compared the Remo to those on-line and found them comparable. There is not a significant mark-up to make me want to buy on-line vs. support a local store where I can try things out and have professional input.Thanks Drum Connection - we will be back! More...

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Great store, great classes!I love the store. The place is jam packed with everything percussion, many African plus jewelry and more. It's all hands-on.The classes are good for the non-professional. They are very welcoming. the teachers are patient and know how to work with beginners. Yet once you've been there a while there's lots to be learned.I'm in my late 50's and this is a great activity to get involved with. It helps you concentrate, raises your mood. The other students are friendly. The classroom is well maintained for temperature summer and winter.I just want to add, ignore the scathing, 2 star review. That's what makes the drum circles and classes so great, the annoying people weed themselves out. More...

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