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Djembe, medium. [instrument]
TITLE:
Djembe, medium. [instrument]
Alternate Title:
African djembe, medium [instrument]
Goblet drum
Publication Date:
2018
Publication Information:
[Canada : African Drums,
Physical Description:
1 djembe + 1 instrument case.
Subject Term:
Summary:
The djembe is a traditional African goblet shaped drum, averaging about 61 cm in height. It features a single head stretched with ropes over a hollow body made of hard wood or fibreglass. It is played by striking the head with different parts of bare hands and fingers. Djembes are featured in African and World music genres.
Language:
English
General Note:
Instruments located in music room of A. C. Hunter Library.
Height is approximately 61 cm (24 in.) and weight is appoximately 2.7 kg (6 lbs).
