African Traditions
Two tradional African instruments.
Kudu horns
The kudu horns come from the antlers of the kudu. When you blow on it it will produce a warm and mellow sound.
The horns are used in soccor games. They are the big horns that makes the low and loud sound.You here them in almost all sports games. This sounds like a base.
Akele musical bow
The Akele musical bow is a string and bamboo stick tied together and you use a bamboo stick to hit the string and use your mouth to make the sound the video will explain it better.
You don't really see this in american music but it might be similar to a guitar. People use this at weddings in Africa.
Maasai with Kudu Horn and Lion Skin hat, Kenya
The Akele musical bow