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These authentic African musical instruments are completely hand made of calabash gourds and shells or sandcast beads. A popular instrument they are used extensively throughout all of Africa. They produce a muted shaker sound that can be either very subdued or very loud. This instrument is sure to bring the sound of Africa to your home! Each shakera is a unique, handmade instrument and may vary slightly from the photo. These shakaras are 8 to 11 inches high, 4 to 6 inches wide, and covered with beads or small shells.

By Niels van der Leest. Arranged by Niels van der Leest. 10 or 11 playes. For African Rattles (shakers), Gankoqui Bell (cowbell), Master Djembe, Djembe Band, African Bowl Drums (congas with sticks), Godum (large floor tom), Okedos (tom toms), Kalimba Solo (vibraphone), Kalimba Accompaniment (marimba), Sabar (timbales), Fontonfrom (. Concert Percussion Ensemble. Medium/Advanced. Duration 4 minutes, 3 seconds. Published by Show and Marching Music

Thanks to films like Deliverance and the rise of bluegrass since the mid-'50s, the banjo has come to be associated with white Appalachia in most people's minds, but the instrument actually has its origins in West Africa, arriving in the New World via the slave trade, and consequently became a dominant factor in early African-American song styles. A simple instrument with tremendous modal possibilities, the banjo, particularly in its five-string version, also has a much wider range of tones, approaches, and styles in its repertoire than most people only familiar with the slash-and-burn speed style of modern bluegrass are likely to realize. In this regard, the title of Otis Taylor's ninth album, Recapturing the Banjo, is quite literally a mission statement. Taylor has always featured the... Less

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AHEAD African Exotic Snare Drum - ASW614 This is new / old stock inventory This snare is brand new however is old stock and has some wear do to being on sales floor.The well-known producer of aluminum drumsticks have ventured into a new area. The Ahead snare drums are offered in 2 different versions (brass or wood shell). AHEAD African Exotic Snare Drum ASW614 features: Size: 14x6 Material: Vertical Grain Wenge Dunnett strainer Triple flanged S-Hoops, 2,3mm FatCat snares TightScrew tension ro

The Taylor 314 features the warm tone and open midrange of African mahogany, and balances it with the bright and snappy characteristics of a Sitka spruce top. The resulting combination provides the perfect guitar for strong, rhythmic playing styles. The Grand Auditorium size combines the width and depth of a Dreadnought with a narrower waist. This sleek design yields a strong treble zing across the tonal spectrum and sharpens the definition of individual notes. The Grand Auditorium is a strong fingerpicking guitar that also adapts well to medium strumming.

The dark dusty tang of Africa's heartbeat comes to life uncovering Africa's secrets. Created by some of South Africa's finest musicians, deeply carved into this collection, its all the Africa your heart can handle. Steamy Shebeen Sophia Town grooves, acoustic 6 & 12 string guitar loops, sax section, wild sax solos, penny whistle like you've never heard, traditional accordion, clean burning African drum loops performed on bass, djembes, and congo skins, African harmonica and marimba loops. The human insect stalks and bird calls are as real as it gets plus whistles and whispers of African secrets. Male and female vocals complete the journey. Looped from 76-160 bpm, these sounds destroy in a tribal house or dance track. If it's true African hooks you lust after, then all you need is your... Less

Drum Table with Shelving Drum table cabinet sits on 3 legs and has 2 doors that open for storage. Has an inside shelf measures 10 x 15 1/2 . A very beautiful decorative/novelt y piece of furniture. This is a functional drum table but is more for decor. Made of Rosewood with a tacked goatskin head. 24 X 18 This is brand new and shipped directly from the manufacturer. Shipping charges and insurance are FREE. Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and mana

Features: Groth Music is pleased to once again offer the Hugh Tracey line of Kalimbas, thanks to the efforts of kalimba master Mark Holdaway. The Hugh Tracey Kalimbas are the original kalimbas made by African Musical Instruments in Grahamstown, South Africa since 1965. Made from kiaat wood and high quality spring steel, these are real musical instruments and are easy to play, not just a pretty coffee table ornament. The Treble Kalimba comes in the key of G, starting on the 3rd (B) and going up 2.5 actaves to a D. This model has been extensively copied by other manufacturers outside of Africa. The Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba is a superior musical instrument with level tines that rarely give you problems. The Treble Kalimba is a nice match for duets with the Alto Kalimba. Slightly smaller,... Less

The team of Quazibeat are proud to present the follow up to African Secret Volume 1. The Audio samples created on this disc were performed by South Africa's foremost traditional and modern African musicians. These sounds are perfect for the feature film or documentary composer. You will also find yourself reaching for African Secret Volume 2 to flavor any of your original album tracks be it Hip Hop, or any other genre. Included instruments are are Bass Guitar, Bongo, Claves, Egg Shaker, African Flute, Jewish Harp, Low Log, Pandera, Sax Section, Solo Sax, Tambourine, Traditional Guitar, Violin Section, Tapping, Solo Violin, Shaker, Sanza, Mbira, Kalimba, Rainstick, Female Vocal Hooks, Congas, Calabash, Bell, Berimbau, Chant, Djembe, Female Vocal FX, free Tempo Perc, Low Drum, Mouthbox,... Less

Tycoon Percussion's Signature Grand Congas are constructed of top grade American Ash Wood with accentuated patterns of wood grain. With an extra wide belly for deep bass tones and calfskin heads for crisp highs, their wide tuning range is perfect for live or studio use. Sturdy and comfortable die-cast handles makes transport easy. Basket stands are included. Bags and Tycoon Percussion's rubber conga protectors are also available.

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AWESOME 24 AFRICAN DRUM END TABLE! AFRICA ~ DECOR African Style drum end table Rosewood body Natural skin playing surface 24 inches wide x 26 inches tall Durable construction Incredible sound! Coordinating coffee and accent tables also available, just ask!Freight shipping only, too large for UPS. Quotes available if you send me your zip code.This drum is absolutely incredible! Amazing sound and beauty too. 24 W x 26 H. Rosewood construction with a natural skin playing surface. With one beater.

25CKCordoba is proud to introduce two new ukuleles to our line of fine handmade stringed instruments. These all solid Koa ukuleles are an exciting synthesis of the traditional Portuguese braguinha and the Hawaiian ukeke. In addition to the beautifully flamed and figured Portuguese Koa used for the top, back, and sides, these instruments feature other exotic woods including Wenge headstock veneers and African ebony for fingerboards. Traditional Portuguese rope purfling and rosettes are hand inlaid to produce an elegantly simple and charming instrument. This instrument is offered in Concert and Soprano sizes. The 25CK Ukulele is the slightly larger concert size instrument in this series. Features: Top: Solid Portuguese Koa Back: Solid Portuguese Koa Finish: matte Country:... Less

Medium sized Djembe drum. Drums are a traditional African musical instrument. The entire instrument is hand made. The drum surface is animal hide/skin and the base is made of sturdy carved wood, encircled with plain or braided rope. Some have designs etched into the base, as well as fabric trim along the top. These drums are popular in reggae and other cultural musical productions. In West Africa, nearly all ceremonies are accompanied by the timeless and distinctive melody of drums. IMPORTANT NOTE: The drum shown is typical of these medium sized Djembe drums, but each drum is a separate craft item and will vary slightly from the photo. Drums are approximately 16-18 inches tall, and 8-10 inches in diameter. Made in Mali.

Features: Kla-Kla African Hand Instrument Model: J0124 Manufacturer: Jamtown

25SKCordoba is proud to introduce two new ukuleles to our line of fine handmade stringed instruments. These all solid Koa ukuleles are an exciting synthesis of the traditional Portuguese braguinha and the Hawaiian ukeke. In addition to the beautifully flamed and figured Portuguese Koa used for the top, back, and sides, these instruments feature other exotic woods including Wenge headstock veneers and African ebony for fingerboards. Traditional Portuguese rope purfling and rosettes are hand inlaid to produce an elegantly simple and charming instrument. This instrument is offered in Concert and Soprano sizes. The 25CK Ukulele is the slightly larger concert size instrument in this series. Features: Top: Solid Portuguese Koa Back: Solid Portuguese Koa Finish: matte Country:... Less

Glissandro 70, recording on Montreal's Constellation label, are the creation of Torontonians Craig Dunsmuir and Sandro Perri. Perri is also known as Polmo Popo, and Dunsmuir plays in Polmo Popo's live rock band incarnation. Glissandro 70 are an entirely different animal. Dunsmuir wrote the material with Perri, and Perri produced the set with help from Dunsmuir. These five tracks incorporate a ton of guitar and electric string-based variations (from simple riffs to melody lines and even percussive effects based on pulsing rhythms created from two- and four-string patterns), some sound effects, and vocals. Something, the record's opening cut, is an exercise in glissando guitar. Related in some ways to Michael Rother's taped experiments, it is also something more, with intricately played... Less

Djembe Drum - small size. Drums are a traditional African musical instrument. These Djembes are entirely hand made. The drum surface is leather, made from animal hide/skin and the base is made of sturdy carved wood, encircled with plain or braided rope. Some have designs etched into the base, as well as fabric trim along the top. These drums are popular in reggae and other cultural musical productions. In West Africa, nearly all ceremonies are accompanied by the timeless and distinctive melody of drums. Approximately. 10-12 inches tall, 7-8 inches in diameter. Each small Djembe drums is a unique, handmade instrument and will vary from the photo. Djembes are made all over west Africa. Most of these Djembes are made in Mali.

Supercharge your virtual instrument rig with the Garritan Ultimate Collection! The limited-edition Garritan Ultimate Collection includes six of Garritan's most popular virtual instrument collections, running the gambit of musical genres from Hollywood-style orchestras to exotic world instruments and more. Using the full capabilities of highly flexible ARIA Player sample engine, each of these instrument sets gives you easy access to the expression you need to add natural nuances and articulations to your music. So, if you're ready to take your songwriting and composition to the next level, then it's time to step up to the Garritan Ultimate Collection. Garritan Ultimate Collection Limited-edition Virtual Instrument Bundle at a Glance:Garritan Classic Pipe Organs - Huge organ sound spanning... Less

Beautiful new model professional djembe now available! The carvings in this drum represent the African symbol Mframadan which is a symbol of fortitude and readiness to face life's challenges. The Ramadan Pro African djembe drum is a professional level djembe that sounds absolutely fantastic and is built to perfection. Drum features a natural dark stained finish and pro quality Blue Low Stretch Alpine Nylon HTB 5 mm rope. This is a professional level djembe that sounds absolutely fantastic and is built to perfection. Made with the utmost care and attention to detail this Pro African djembe drum is a hand-carved beauty that is not only stunning but a true work of art. It just doesn't get any better than this! We take great pride that our djembe drums are environmentally friendly. Each drum... Less