
Drummer · Percussionist · Composer
Rhythm as a language.
Drummer, percussionist and composer Jacky “YaKi” Desveronnières explores the connections between Afro-Cuban rhythms, jazz and contemporary music, on stage and through teaching.

01 — Discography
Four albums, one shared pulse.
Studio or live, explore YaKi’s albums and listen to the tracks right here on the site.
02 — Books & eBooks
Discover the rhythms of the batá drums and their transpositions, volume by volume.
Illustrated books to explore Afro-Cuban rhythms, study transpositions and deepen your practice.


03 — Videos
On stage, in rehearsal, in the moment.
Concerts, masterclasses and creative moments: step into YaKi’s musical world.
The rhythm is better shared.
Welcome to YaKi’s world.
Explore the albums, books and videos. For a concert, workshop or collaboration, visit the Contact page.