Berimbau: From African Roots to Afro-Caribbean Cultural IconBy Anu OnasanyaFri Nov 10 2023Photo courtesy of https://zumzumcapoeirashop.comBerimbau is an Afro-Caribbean instrument, found mainly in Brazil, but has its roots in Angola.Share to:
Mbira and its Musical Cousins: Kalimba, Likembe, Ubo and MoreBy | 7/17/2024 | InstrumentAs the popularity of the mbira grew, different regional variations such as Kalimba, Likembe, Ubo, ilimba, Chilimba and others came into play.
Mbira, the Thumb Piano: Unveiling the Melodic Tapestry of a Shona Musical HeritageBy | 11/30/2023 | InstrumentThe mbira plays a significant role in the cultural and spiritual life of the Shona people and other African cultures. It is a sacred but constantly featured instrument in traditional celebratory or solemn ceremonies, rituals, and other communal events.
Kundung: Xylophone of the Berom PeopleBy | 4/7/2025 | InstrumentThe Kundung story begins with an unexpected cultural exchange. In the 1930s, migrant workers from Chad arrived in Jos, Nigeria, for tin mining operations following World War II.
AML Instrument Spotlight: The AlgaitaBy | 12/9/2024 | InstrumentThe Algaita, a West African aerophone, is a cultural symbol used in ceremonies and music groups. This African musical instrument is much more than the sounds it produce...read more about its social and cultural significance.
Kora, More Than A Musical InstrumentBy Anu Onasanya | 6/8/2023 | GenresThe Kora, primarily employed for storytelling, plays a pivotal role in West African music, particularly within the tradition of the griot...