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African Drum
Basic Introduction to the African DrumThe African drum (Djembe) originates from West African tribes and belongs to traditional instruments of indigenous peoples. It is typically worn around the neck and played while walking, rather than being placed on the ground. What’s unique is that this instrument must be played with hands, one hand adjusting the pitch while the other hand strikes out the rhythm. Product FeaturesThe African drum is a membranophone percussion instrument, shaped like an African mortar used for grinding corn or grains, made by hollowing out an entire tree trunk and covering it with goat skin. The drum is approximately 50 to 60 centimeters in height and 30 to 38 centimeters in diameter, although some African drums from Côte d'Ivoire can have a larger diameter.The African drum produces sound when struck with the hands. Depending on where it is hit, different tones can be produced, allowing for high, medium, and low sounds. This drum can be played solo or in ensemble with other traditional African instruments. History and FolkloreThe African drum is also commonly used to transmit information and language. Drummers use different strengths and strike different parts of the drum surface to produce various sounds. Combined with…
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