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

The Rhythms of Heritage: A Journey Through African Instruments African Instruments

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) Played by hand while seated, it produces three

Its name is believed to come from the Mali term “anke-dje-anke-be,” which translates to "everyone gather together". Played by hand while seated

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

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