I am a newbie and want to learn to drum. I wanted a Djembe and ended up with a Klong Yao made by Remo, not knowing any better. I really like the sound of the drum and its light weight. But I don't know how to hold it. I want to be able to sit and play but because it is so long, my hands are too high in the air. I have tried angling the bottom away from me. This puts the drum face facing me but I am afraid that the angle of my hands and arms will cause problems in my wrist.

I also noticed someone said that it is not good for drum circles which is what I want to participate in.

Any advise? Should I return this and get a more traditional Djembe?

Thanks!