Designer and sculptor Frank Giorgini was the first to bring the Nigerian musical tradition of the Udu drum to the modern world.
Hand Made Udu drums are still available from Frank Giorgini. Used by many well known professional musicians, the Udu drum is more than just a piece of art. See the original Udu designs by artist Frank Giorgini.
Audio Samples: An Intro - A Demo
Click here to view a video of Frank's Udus played by percussionist Brian Melick.
Giorgini, also a master tile-maker, has published a how-to book and video entitled "Handmade Tiles". His current projects include custom tiles for the NYC Subway System.
UDU News & Events
MAKE YOUR OWN UDU
Traditional Nigerian Pottery Workshop: Udu Drum by Frank Giorgini
Three-Day Workshop
July 10th, 11th and 17th, 2010
Now Available!
The Art of the Udu Drum:
Volume 1: Making The Dum
A Comprehensive Educational DVD
Two hours of ceramic instruction
by Frank Giorgini
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*COMING SOON*
Volume 2: Playing The Drum feat. Minu Cinelu, Jamey Haddad, Bashiri Johnson, Brian Melick and Janelle Berdell
To Come: Volume 3: Udu Projects For The Classroom
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