Instruments
D'Jembe Drum: X-small
$25.00 (plus $12.35 shipping)
Money Saver for Music Lovers Bring the rhythm of Africa to life with these miniature d'jembe drums from Burkina Faso and Senegal. These are exceptional home decorations and great for kids as well. Many other drums and instruments available too. 6-8" tall. Comes with a free DVD- learn to play! Customer review: "I had "downplayed" the drum to my son, thinking we would receive some cheap toy, and I didn't want him to disappointed. To my surprise, I am truly impressed with the quality and my son is elated with it. Thank you very much for marketing such a fine product!!!!!!!" - Rita in VT
D'Jembe Drum: small
$50.00 (plus $16.85 shipping)
Djembe Drums are a traditional African musical instrument. The entire instrument is 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. Approx. 10-12" tall, 7-8" diameter. Made all over west Africa. Mainly Mali. Comes with a free DVD- learn to play!
Balafon X-small
$30.00 (plus $12.35 shipping)
Extra Small Balafon - 6 keys Beautifully handmade instrument made with different sized African gourds and wooden plates. Gives a unique African sound; commonly heard throughout the African bush. Smaller size makes a great decoration that will fit almost anywhere; and is great fun for kids. Approx. 11" long, 6 keys. Balafons may need tuning to have accurate tones on all keys. Balafons may need tuning to have accurate tones on all keys. Made in West Africa.
Balafon-Small
$40.00 (plus $16.85 shipping)
Beautifully handmade instrument made with different sized African gourds and wooden plates. Gives a unique African sound; commonly heard throughout the African bush. Smaller size makes a great decoration that will fit almost anywhere; and is great fun for kids. Approx. 13" - 18" long, 8 keys. Balafons may need tuning to have accurate tones on all keys. Balafons may need tuning to have accurate tones on all keys. Made in West Africa.
Talking Drum 10"
$50.00 (plus $16.85 shipping)
Talking Drum. A traditional musical instrument found in Africa. Even today, the variable sound made by striking the talking drum can be heard throughout rural areas. The talking drum is normally held underneath the arm and struck with a small curved stick. The strings around the drum pull the hide tighter, so the more you squeeze, the higher the pitch. The drum surface is made of animal hide, while the chords are strung with rope, and the base is of hand-carved wood. 10" tall 5" diameter Traditionally most popular with African hunting to chase animals from the bush. Made in Mali.
Straw Wicker Rattle
$5.00 (plus $5.80 shipping)
Straw Baby Rattles used as a musical instrument in western culture as well as Africa. These rattles make a great gift for anyone with a small child. Totally hand made, multi-colored, and great for decoration as well as gifts. Each is hand made and varies slightly: approx. 5” tall. Made in Mali.
Small Malian Kora
$20.00 (plus $16.85 shipping)
Small Malian Kora - 16" In African history, the Mandinka kora served as a way for historians, genealogists and storytellers to pass their stories and past onto their descendants. African kings would have a kora player to not only entertain them, but to pass down their history to the next generation. Kora players were not only musicians but oral historians, and their place was highly valued in griot families. With a sound that is similar to a lute and a guitar combined, it provides the sounds of Africa everyone can enjoy. The kora's body is made from a calabash gourd cut in half and partially covered with cow or goat skin. The strings are made from fishing line which provides a brilliant tone and is easily obtained at the local market. The player tunes the kora by moving the leather rings to achieve the correct tension on each string. Kora players use a variety of tunings. 5" wide and 16" long. Made in Mali.