Pape Demba "Paco" Samb
Experience the powerful rhythms and cultural traditions of Senegal through performances, workshops, and lessons with master drummer Paco Samb.
Learn More Book NowPape Demba "Paco" Samb comes from a family that have been griots in his native Senegal for hundreds of years. As a griot, Paco is one of the keepers of the ancestral history, stories, and music of his Wolof peoples. As a master hand drummer, Paco not only plays the instruments but he and his brothers build several types of drums as well.
He performs both contemporary and traditional Senegalese music, as well as reggae, rap, funk, jazz, pop and a variety of other styles. Paco heads his own drum ensemble called Super Ngewel and released his first album in 2014.
An internationally acclaimed artist, Paco has performed with many major musicians based in Senegal and the Gambia including Senemaio, Ballet Gorgoru, Dormu Africa, Ballet Ngangan, African Ballet, Katchikaly, Youssou N'Dour Cultural Group, Marie Samuel N'Diaye Group, Batin Band, Laba Sosseh, Moussa Ngom, Bala Sidibé, Jali Bakary Konteh and Massamba Diop.
Paco offers a variety of services centered around African drumming traditions and performance.
Solo performances and full ensemble shows with Super Ngewel, featuring traditional Senegalese music and dance.
Private and group drumming lessons for all ages and skill levels, teaching authentic African rhythms and techniques.
Interactive drumming workshops for schools, community events, and corporate team building activities.
Handcrafted traditional drums including djembes, sabars, talking drums, and dunduns made by Paco and his family.
Professional repair services for African drums, including re-heading, tuning, and restoration.
Join Paco at these upcoming performances and workshops.
Student performance at McDaniel College, Westminster, MD
7:00 PM | Free public performance
Learn MorePaco is available for bookings as a solo percussionist or with his traditional African drum ensemble, Super Ngewel.
The group can adjust size and program to fit your venue's needs.
Contact for Booking302.599.1748
Based in Wilmington, DE
Available for events nationwide
