'The Visitor' Junket

The transcript discusses Richard's unexpected drumming skills, which he developed 20 years ago. Despite his past experience, he is still a novice at playing the djembe, a seemingly simple yet complex instrument. Muhammad, a Ghanian drum expert, demonstrates the djembe's versatility. Richard's ability to maintain rhythm aids in film production, while the speaker shares their own humbling experience learning the djembe from Muhammad. The narrative highlights the deceptive simplicity of the djembe and the humility required when learning any musical instrument.

What was surprising about the speaker's friend's drumming skills?

• He was good despite not playing for many years.

• He was a professional drummer.

• He had never played drums before.

• He invented a new drumming technique.

Who is Muhammad in the context of the video?

• A music producer

• A film director

• A Ghanian drum expert

• A famous actor

What makes the djembe a unique instrument according to the speaker?

• It is very easy to learn.

• It can sound like multiple instruments.

• It is the loudest drum.

• It is the smallest drum.

How did the speaker feel about their own djembe playing skills?

• They found it easy to master.

• They felt like an expert.

• They thought it was boring.

• They felt humbled by the experience.

What challenge did the speaker face when playing the djembe with an expert?

• They felt like they were part of a team.

• They couldn't keep up with the rhythm.

• They played better than the expert.

• They sounded ridiculous when playing alone.