String Hand Carved African kora Instrument

The atenteben[1] (atɛntɛbɛn) is a bamboo flute from Ghana.[2] [3] It is played vertically, like the European recorder, and, like the recorder, can be played diatonically as well as chromatically. Although originally used as a traditional instrument (most often in funeral processions), beginning in the 20th century it has also been used in contemporary and classical music. Several players have attained high levels of virtuosity and are able to play Western as well as African music on the instrument. The instrument originated with the Akan ethnic group of south-central Ghana, particularly in the region of the Kwahu Plateau. It was first popularized throughout the nation by the Ghanaian musicologist Dr. Ephraim Amu (1899–1995).[4] It was also featured in the Pan-African Orchestra led by Nana Danso Abiam, and Dela Botri, a former member of the Orchestra, is among Ghana's foremost exponents of the instrument. Since 2004, Botri has combined the atenteben with hiplife music on his recordings. The instrument is used in many schools and universities across Ghana, both as a solo and ensemble instrument. An instruction manual for the atenteben has been written by Dr. Kwasi Aduonum (born 1939), a Ghanaian educator, scholar, and composer from the Kwahu Plateau region.

Small 6 String Hand Carved Hand Painted Kora Instrument. Made from Calabash Gourd, Goat Skin And The Strings Are Made Of Fishing Line. No two are alike. Measures; 13" to 14" long x 4" x 3" Wide. Made In Ghana.

Bucara By Atlas Shekere, Gourd Shaker Approx 7inch in size. Gourd body with seed beads Model No: AP-L660 Traditonally made shekere A diverse array of percussive effects Size varies due to different size gourds. Product Specifications Made in: Ghana

Kalimba / Thumb Piano A good traditional African Instrument with a lovely sound This one made by hand, from recycled materials, and a good quality sturdy item It has a diameter of about 17 centimeteror 6 and a depth of - though they do vary slightly from item to item, being hand made and all that. They are a useful size for transporting to parties, festivals or other events, and are attractive items as well as being good instruments. New items, with those little imperfections in the paintwork that such hand made items have. Designs may vary a bit.