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Improvised polyrhthms are used to create the spell-binding sound of the Drummers Of Burundi. An ancient group, who originally accompanied the king during his travels, The Drummers of Burundi continue to express emotion and intensity through the pounding of their home-made drums. Bill Bruford, drummer for King Crimson, described the drummers of Burundi as "It's the sound of lots opf hands hitting ...more

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