Instruments: African

Traditional African instruments are broadly classified into four categories based on how they produce sound: (vibrating membranes), Idiophones (solid materials), Chordophones (strings), and Aerophones (air). 1. The Djembe (Membranophone)

The Kora is a majestic 21-stringed harp-like instrument predominant in West Africa.

It is built from a large calabash (gourd) cut in half and covered with cow skin. African Instruments

Played by hand while seated, it produces three primary notes: bass , tone , and slap . 2. The Kora (Chordophone)

Its name is believed to come from the Mali term “anke-dje-anke-be,” which translates to "everyone gather together". It is built from a large calabash (gourd)

Perhaps the most iconic African instrument, the Djembe is a goblet-shaped drum from West Africa.

It is incredibly intricate to master; some master players report that a single instrument can take a week just to tune properly. 3. The Mbira (Idiophone) The Kora (Chordophone) Its name is believed to

The Rhythms of Heritage: A Journey Through African Instruments