My last concert in South Africa at the Erin Hall, Cape Town was on 8th Aug. Till a few hours before the concert, we still had not decided on rhythm accompaniment. Finally, on Mike’s suggestion, we went with Ali – a brilliant Djembe and Talking Drum drummer. This was our first meeting – and within couple of hours we were in the Concert Hall !!!

It was one of the finest concerts i’ve had. His sense of rhythm was fantastic, and the sound of Djembe went very well with Veena and the Dhrupad style. I really look forward to doing it again.

Wonder if there are any good Djembe players in India !