Master Drummer and Craftsman


Sidi Ahmed Siddy 1st Aug., 1934 - 25th June, 2014:



Laid to rest at Brookwood cemetery in Surrey, last Thursday, the late Sidi's funeral was more a celebration of his life.

Sidi Ahmed Siddy died two months short of his 80th birthday. A craftsman and master drummer of the highest calibre, when he wasn't making various African percussive instruments, he was in schools and institutions teaching students how to craft and manufacture their own instruments through recycling materials rather than chopping down trees.

Below, more pictures from Surrey. Drummers, dancers, musician friends and acquaintances joined Sidi's long term partner, together with daughters to celebrate Sidi Ahmed Siddy's life.

Lay Preacher Terry Quaye (funeral Celebrant)




Drummers saying Farewell




Long term Partner Debbie and Daughter

Terri Quaye and Imam with Friends


Back at his home, more musicians and other friends came to pay their respects.





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