Gontse Makhene, Weedie Braimah & Tlale Makhene on The Jazz Standard With Brenda Sisane
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We journeyed deep into the rhythmic heart of Africa with a powerful feature on three master percussionists and djembefolas - Gontse Makhene, Weedie Braimah, and Tlale Makhene. In a spirited and deeply reflective conversation, they explored the art of the drum as more than rhythm but as language, weaponry, healing, and the ultimate expression of collective Black joy.
The discussion traced the lineage of percussion from the village circle to the modern jazz stage, revealing how the drum remains the pulse of African music - a living, breathing communicator that connects spirit, ancestry, and community. Each artist shared insights into their approach to percussion: the discipline behind improvisation, the sacred responsibility of the drummer, and the shared energy that emerges when rhythm becomes communion.
The discussion traced the lineage of percussion from the village circle to the modern jazz stage, revealing how the drum remains the pulse of African music - a living, breathing communicator that connects spirit, ancestry, and community. Each artist shared insights into their approach to percussion: the discipline behind improvisation, the sacred responsibility of the drummer, and the shared energy that emerges when rhythm becomes communion.
