About Us
The One-Drum Foundation is a UK registered charity made up of a collective of London-based African master drummers, dancers, musicians and performers emanating from the diversity of Africa’s rich ethnic traditions. Its charitable purpose is to advance the education of the public in the arts, history and culture of African music, in particular, but not exclusively, through the provision of educational workshops and performances. One-Drum Foundation’s authentic African drumming and dance is the beat of the heart, the pulse of the blood and the rhythm of life. A celebration of the spirit as old as humankind. Set up by Abass Dodoo, Master Ghanaian Drummer and lead percussionist of Ginger Baker's Jazz Confusions.
Press releases
Abass Dodoo and his band One-Drum Rhythms revive the Golden Age of live...
As Ginger Baker explained, "Abass Dodoo's rich hand percussion adds an extra depth to African grooves" Abass Dodoo and his band One-Drum Rhythms... read more
11.04.2022 • By One-Drum Foundation
Ginger Baker memorial charity celebration Hackney Empire 7th. October 2021
Abass Dodoo and One-Drum Foundation bring you a Festival of Highlife. Discover ancient African drumming rhythms infused with Jazz and Afrobeat... read more
10.09.2021 • By One-Drum Foundation
Abass Dodoo: A tribute to Ginger Baker, 7th Oct 2021 @Hackney Empire,...
Abass Dodoo and Ginger Baker set up a charity in Sept 2019 called One-Drum Foundation. Sadly Ginger Baker passed away soon after its inception.... read more
21.08.2021 • By One-Drum Foundation
Festival of Highlife...its in the drums: Tribute to Ginger Baker...
In Spring of 2019, Abass Dodoo and Ginger Baker started the process of jointly establishing a charity to teach African Drumming to the young... read more
06.08.2021 • By One-Drum Foundation
