Abdou Muhammed

Abdou Muhammed, a Washington, DC native, began studying West African drumming at the age of two. Known by the stage name “CleanHandz” for his precise and clean drumming sound, he is a dedicated ethnomusicologist committed to preserving music within its cultural context. Muham­med’s expertise spans performance, research, and education, with a focus on West African culture. He has collaborated with numerous African dance companies in the Washington metropolitan area, including African Heritage Dancers & Drummers, Kankouran West African Dance Company, and Farafina Kan. Muham­med has performed at venues such as BAM, the Kennedy Center, Howard University, and the Paramount Theater (now Stateside Theater) in Texas, as well as museums and universities across the nation. As the founder of Takes a Village Learning Services, Muham­med continues to share his extensive knowledge and skills worldwide.