Dundun dance flash mob - Melbourne Djembe

This is our first attempt at a dundun dance flash mob! Federation square, Melbourne CBD.
Thanks to all the students who participated in this. Next year - bigger and better. And a huge thank you to Yael Codron our video editor.

[@thalie0476]

i cant explain what i feel deep inside listening to this music and seeing such energy in them.. WELL DONE

[@bluethunder7307]

Früher haben sich die Menschen, mit Trommeln verständigt um Nachricht zusenden . Sehr schön die Musik 😂❤😊 Greetings from Germany

[@Anne-FromQc]

WOW!!! 😀 I wish I could practice this everyday for the rest of my life!!! Sing and dance and play djembe! With friends! You girls are amazing and talented and very lucky!

[@konradmaria7583]

This is it. I feel this atmosphere. From early childhood these rhythms capture my heart. Your personal charm, omnipresent smile on your face and charm so strongly expressed through dance. What can I add - great applause!

[@Audiogeek-kf2ez]

It is wonderful that the love of all kinds of music is being put on the internet. I have learned more in 5years than 55years if rock

[@สมชัยเจริญสุข-ม6ถ]

ใต้เท้า

[@sayanlea1988]

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[@misscommentarycleveland7142]

Beautiful....

[@purnimabhatt5355]

So wonderful. I love their energy.

[@joliebonnette5043]

OMG! I need to find people like this where I live. New Jersey drummers I've met so far would never do something like this. I miss my drum pals from TX so much! You guys are awesome!

[@ДугармаБудаева]

Классное исполнение! Бравооо ребята!👍🎶👍🎶👍🎶👍🎵💃🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃

[@renegademax]

So bloody great. Amazing to watch these people really connect with the rhythm and their percussive instrument, play and dance so well, and be so obviously happy. What a joy to watch.

[@Fluffy-Fluffy]

You don't know if they are truly happy. You know that in a lot of musical genres mental health is never talked about?

[@youngmindedman]

Excellent. They all kept the beat going very good. I love the sound of drums!

[@deemavodopianov1397]

I am watching and crying! It's something unreal guys! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@robertlafnear4865]

WELL HELL... I dance like that every morning when I get that first cup-o-coffee.

[@alishanmao]

sweet, I am learning to play djembe too :) and its amazing how nice you can actually make many countries beats on this one

[@simonast.1710]

Man,i agree.

[@sona.kludjian5175]

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[@bobbiev7062]

One of my favourite videos. Makes me so happy!

[@veroniquegordon4654]

Brilliant! I love the energy of all these fit women!

[@judehartikainen2838]

Hey, black shirt that says Player 01? Oh my goodness me. You are living in the your moment. Know that you have inspired someone in the universe. GO GIRL ♥️

[@YodiRoberts]

brought tears of joy to my eyes, literally~

[@ihavefallenandicantreachmy2113]

Inspired someone to not Tattoo their Legs. Up to the Crotch region, no less. That's gotta smart.

[@claudeusgothicus6453]

@@ihavefallenandicantreachmy2113 How would you know considering her legs are completely covered by her tights/leggings...

[@simonast.1710]

That was awesome. It combines with zumba and aerobic dance.They`re dancing like amazons.Guys,keep up the good work and fun!Perfect for dance and excersise. Man,I wish I was there.Drumming djembe and dancing...that is wild and beautiful.I`m from Bulgaria.Greetings from Bulgaria!

[@joeymark7768]

Just Great Music.

[@whisper2284]

Origins is African. It’s interesting and beautiful.

[@simonast.1710]

@@joeymark7768 When I hear it on this video,I start to dance.The beat is so awesome.It`s wild and beautiful and makes you dance.

[@lucianaducatt5301]

AMO OS TAMBORES E LINDA APRESENTAÇÃO . INCRÍVEL !!!!

[@ceciliacoelho7741]

Congrats! Beautiful work! I´m watching you from Brazil!

[@YodiRoberts]

So amazing, the energy and vibes from these strong women and the musicians that accompanied them, just amazing! Watched from Miami FL on July 2019

[@yujizhao4968]

music makes people truly happy

[@arindeb]

SUPER PERFORMANCE ..BRIGHTENED MY DAY

[@danielwood-brockhurst9790]

this thing here stopped me being sad about being a modern product. Thank you xoxoxo

[@mobius8002]

I knackered just watching it lol . it takes real skill and stamina to do this , hats off to them all lol cheered me up .

[@way2frizzy]

Soooo beyond good. It got to my soul. 💜

[@Cerberus_Monaliza]

Love from Brazil! Awesome drums!

[@mcav3270]

Wooeeee! so different!!! Terrific! and most certainly enjoyable, never before knew about this 'band', outstanding!

[@yahavam]

Amazing !! Beautiful show! Thank you for the inspiration !

[@isabelaponte4856]

Bravo. definitely an African rhythm well executed.

[@margaretlawson7069]

wow!!!!!!!!! this wouldve been phenomenal live :)) LOVE DUNDUN

[@kaym804]

Mesmerising and so uplifting, thank you all for sharing your talents.

[@domenicomonaco6807]

Marvelous , i really enjoyed this,yes! Keep the music alive :) ...love it !

[@budhaeyecreation]

mind blowoing performance by all , great

[@asiaj4678]

They did very well, put a smile on my face 😊

[@suewright3345]

Wow, that was fabulous, thank you...x

[@lilylegacy-zierer7397]

This is amazing! I teach bucket drumming to kids and they will love this kind of activity and drumming. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@Nellsbells79]

So fun ❤️ love from New Jersey USA

[@jeanninekneeland7871]

reading though the comments makes me think Bambi if you caqnnot say anything nice say nothing at all.Loved it great job.You do as you have it was wonderful.

[@tindaraletizia1981]

In my divorce time , this video, that happiness, this sound were been my force and power. Thank you so much Mitzi

[@wolli1896]

Einfach klasse, schön das es sowas gibt. 👍

[@vittosphonecollection57289]

Space Invaders

[@fernel24]

Expresiones musicales como esta hacen que valga la pena navegar por KZbin, felicitaciones y gracias.

[@helenahentzelova2978]

Liberec -❤️, ( Česká republika, ) Hudba léčí tělo i duši. Přestože hudba patří k člověku a existuje, co svět světem stojí, Děkuji

[@MyFuengirola]

Far more fun than going to the gym.

[@susanleitch8649]

Bloody brilliant ladies! Well done!

[@hansmulders195]

Waw, absolutely stunning! I loved every part of it!

[@havingfun1968]

This was impressive. Many blessings from Las Vegas, NV USA

[@mkmeed]

Absolutely rhythmic and beautiful...keep it up friends...and thanks for sharing...

[@williamevener5054]

Very well done. Two thumbs way up. Amazing energy!!!!

[@breubenicio]

Incredibly fantastic.... I love Australia.

[@nanaqhuarmie817]

That is super awesome!! it feels good to see things like these.

[@VikasKumar-ik1jm]

totally amazing ...i wish i could b there with all of u......u people make my day thank you

[@staninjapan07]

holy smoke that really was something thanks loved it

[@blowingleaves-rb9fw]

Loved it! From San Diego, CA.

[@Lalipop-v7d]

Очень круто! Я улыбаюсь))) энергетика зашкаливает ♥️

[@gabriellebudd1166]

fantastic it's your blood moving great exercise group and the Rhythm Beyond awesome thank you great performance

[@simonast.1710]

I agree and share your oppinion.

[@vaavictimadvocateassociati8865]

Paulo Mattiolli led us all in West African drum passion and healed every soul...it is time to return to the ONE LOVE of women uniting......we want to gather women to learn your beautiful performance.....it is time for american women to learn this is all we need.....A.S1

[@Fluffy-Fluffy]

😒

[@suelidomingues2024]

This reminds me of my own people from Brazil!!! Vibrant!!!

[@sophiamabel]

Wonderful, I love it. Her dance all all ❤️👏

[@paultrandra9277]

An Awesome performance I have ever enjoyed.....

[@davidlira8853]

So cool, good cardio and dancing with rhythm. Good times

[@shereenkhan4187]

Brilliant...they made me dance here in my house.

[@simonast.1710]

Yeah,me too.

[@healthyhigherminds2978]

SOOOOOOO cool my dear sisters!..just fab!...peace and continued blessings!...We are ALL ONE!

[@wadepeterson8827]

I'm sharing this comment as a result of some of the visceral negative comments that I read below. I've worked w/ traditional West African drum & dance artists from Senegal, Guinea, Mali, (& a little bit w/ Liberia & Ivory Coast as well), since 1990 in the Bay Area in California. In particular, I've studied w/ Abdoulaye Diakite, Mamady Keita, Famoudou Konate & Bolokada Conde, & I've played for the dancers Allasane Kane, Youssouf Koumbassa, Alseny Soumah, Naby Bangoura & Mabiba Baegne (Congolese dancer, but she teaches West African drumming & dancing as well. All of that is not said to boast about my experience, but is written to give clarity, background & context to what I'm sharing. The Dunun Dance is a more modern invention developed first in the late 1990's (to the best of my knowledge), & the West African teachers have been sharing it w/ students of all cultural backgrounds & skin colors for the past approx 20 years. They teach this newer style @ drum & dance camps where people travel to study, as well as at local ongoing classes held around the globe. All the artists that I have worked w/ share their cultural drum & dance styles w/ open arms & hearts as a way to perpetuate these beautiful cultural art forms. It is totally understandable that some people would be very protective & defensive of this traditional African Art form, but most of the negative comments seem to be lacking the context of how this information (Dunun Dance in particular) is being shared by Guinean teachers around the planet, so it is natural that students are going to be sharing what the've learned w/ joy & exuberance. Of course, we must all pay respect to our teachers, & one of the primary ways we can do that is to be dedicated students that bring integrity & quality to what we do. Obviously, there are deep wounds around the globe regarding colonialism, racism & appropriation, but wouldn't you rather have newer generations studying & sharing what they've learned from Africa & helping to support the performing artists & teachers from Africa?. I have friends from all over the globe as a result of studying/playing music & playing for dance classes, & it seems to be an expression that exemplifies how we are all connected. Also, there is just a reality to the demographics of countries & regions on the planet, some for benign reasons that mean most people look more similar culturally, some for vey unfortunate reasons because of colonization & virtual genocide, & some areas (cities & countries) that have a highly mixed population from years of immigration. All of that is to say, that although this video & the performers in it may not have a huge mixed cultural representation, it seems that is a result of both the current demographics of Australia & who is currently studying the drum & dance in their area, & I whole-heartedly doubt that it reflects any exclusion or lack of openness towards cultures around the world, especially people from Africa or of African descent. Lastly, I wanna give props to the musicians & dancers who obviously worked hard to prepare the dance/drum & share this video, & I encourage you to trust your love & joy, & continue to build the bridges that connect us all! Inike

[@mitzimcrae]

Well Wade. Thank you for taking the time to articulate your perspective on this complex matter! I read every comment and sometimes I don't know where to begin to respond because everybody carries their own history and cultural perspective and not many people stop to think about who we are in Australia. We would be SO happy to have more African dance and drum teachers here and often bring artists from the other side of the world because the reality is that there are very few teachers (especially of the Manding style) living and working here. We love the energy that comes from African drum and dance culture and want to support the art form, and the artists, in every way we can. I am very excited by the way this energy can bring people together from all over the world. Anike.

[@vondahe]

I couldn't agree more. Music brings us together. Little people's pettiness rips us apart. Also, although this type of performance does not interest me in any way, I admire the hard work these ladies put into both the dance and the music.

[@shanmugamdr5016]

How did you manage to type this lengthy theory ???

[@mfra959]

I love Aboriginal Culture ❤️🤩

[@obaidulmandal9172]

wow you guys are amazing .The rhythm is dancing inside my heart

[@gabriellebudd1166]

what a wonderful rendition of drums and the Beat I felt like being part of it right now... Thank you so much you guys are just great

[@judymccarthy9423]

How fabulously joyful!

[@empressah888]

This is all so heart warming and inspiring👏❤️ there’s a sign in back ground to celebrate David Bowie, must have been just before he moved on to greater things. He would have loved this too I bet. I’d love to join these magnificent women, going to look up for a tribe near me❣️🌱

[@territmoderitmo9190]

beautiful performance, and nice video producing, 2 thumbs up

[@Justice777_]

Jullie zijn zo goed. God blessed u .✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

[@sweetnawesome23]

This gives me pure joy!

[@aricketts2000]

Brilliant loved it being a djembae player myself more more more much love :)

[@doarramos6073]

Posar mando merobo uagargantilla ke dela ibaaregalar yo atrong para una espocicion por eso kiero ke lo arresten por ratero al gobierno deee.ui

[@aricketts2000]

@@doarramos6073 No idea what you have said dont even know what language it is your speaking??? English mate English

[@KRoseB]

Fabulous Feminine Power & Grace!!

[@OneSkiWonder]

Damn, that's one way to stay in shape!

[@littleone-kh6mz]

Beautiful performance!

[@rajunaresh]

I have nothing to say.. a single word..amazing

[@TV1ta]

Отлично!!! Зажигательно!!! Из России с любовью!)))

[@tebogomakgakga6441]

Beautiful dance and drum routines. Well done

[@praveena8677]

Brilliant play,and dance also fully different.and so cute performance.keep rocking...

[@littleone-kh6mz]

Thank you so much for sharing your artistic ways and culture I just share this video with my students and they were inspired thank you so very much!

[@decoloniz_afro]

Since when pale got that culture😳

[@tararajusubhash5816]

so so very beautiful loved it .... thank you thank you thank you

[@mitzimcrae]

thank you xxx

[@oerreele1]

Fantástica la energía que transmiten.... Felicitaciones!!

[@latinguy67]

Completely outstanding!!! Love and light from Fort Worth, TX USA

[@keerthi9111]

Wow... It's so amazing

[@olgaleach1744]

Wao. That was AMAZING!! Love it

[@ukuk9162]

Good Job, this is amazing, very attractive and Nice harmonie

[@danieladominguez6905]

Geniaal!! Afroperformance, me encanto

[@nayanbhattacharjeejewel]

Lov u guys jst awsom.....

[@TheDoglover1970]

I LOVE this!

[@walnut8302]

I find it kind of funny that they're all white, but I appreciate them preserving African culture

[@Matto_Harvo]

They’re women

[@Fluffy-Fluffy]

@@Matto_Harvo meaning?

[@Fluffy-Fluffy]

No they're not all white. Watch it again.

[@Matto_Harvo]

@@Fluffy-Fluffy just thought I would add to observations

[@true3818]

Bravo...

[@oBseSsIoNPC]

Top! Love it! Great presentation too!

[@niteshmackerdhooj5420]

Awesome my favourite instrument. Wish I could join url. Nitesh.... South Africa

[@drumcircler]

Energy! Rhythm! Joy!

[@tivainuitivainui1438]

Un moment magnifique !

[@candiparli8007]

Wonderful Energy Thank You Beautiful Ladies

[@williamdemaure9057]

Candi Parli IPI TOM PI CREW

[@c2sing823]

Thanks

[@alexandriasmith8986]

Love it, I.m surprised the public didn’t go wild

[@Saxtonhill]

Outstanding!

[@PaulMcAuliffe1954]

THAT'S what I'm talkin' about. Rock on.

[@НадеждаСивушкова]

Первый раз вижу, чтобы так барабанили... Оригинально, смотрится эффектно 👍. "Пение" похоже на этническое что то. Вот ещё продумали бы костюмы в этническом стиле - эффект был бы на много круче. Спасибо за позитивный заряд от номера. Молодцы.