The shekere (from Yoruba Ṣẹ̀kẹ̀rẹ̀) [1] is a percussion instrument consisting of a dried gourd with beads or cowries woven into a net covering the gourd. There are multiple ways to produce sounds with the instrument. It can be shaken or hit against the hand. The instrument can also rest in the palm of one hand while other hand holds the handle of the gourd.

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The Sekere is a percussion instrument made from a dried and hollowed-out gourd. When twisted or shaken, a beaded mesh scrapes against the gourd, producing a rattling sound. The sekere is played by the Yoruba people of Nigeria, but it is now often seen in …

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2024年9月12日 · (headline image: Latin Percussion shekere, LP486) The shekere is a percussion instrument made from a dried gourd, covered with a net woven with beads, stones, or cowrie (small sea snails) shells. The instrument produces sound when shaken or struck against the hand. It can also be held in one hand while the other manipulates the

2024年1月30日 · Igbo music relies heavily on percussion instruments, and the traditional musical landscape incorporates various musical instruments. The Igbo people use musical instruments not only for creating music but also as a means of communication with both humans and spirits.

Sekere The shekere (from Yoruba Ṣẹ̀kẹ̀rẹ̀) is a West African percussion instrument consisting of a dried gourd with beads or cowries woven into a net covering the gourd. The Shekere originated in a tribe in Nigeria called the Yoruba.

2025年1月14日 · During this event, the head drummer of the Sèkèrè visited to inform the king of the tragic death of his beloved son. Utilizing a Sèkèrè made from calabash rattles filled with cowries, they conveyed this sorrowful news through rhythmic shaking.

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2013年12月4日 · A shekere (or sekere) is a beautiful and unique instrument originating in West Africa that appears in various shapes, sizes and forms throughout the continent of Africa. Made from a simple dried gourd with a beaded “skirt”, shekeres are a great addition to any environment where children are learning about music or world cultures.