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1. Belly harp (Zither)

Belly harp (Zither)

Date:: 1971-1982
Description:: Six string belly harp with two sistra (or zistra) attached and a gourd resonator. The gourd has animal skin stretched over it and contains a rectangular opening. The sistra are triangular with circular metal rings that produce noise when shaken. Origin West Africa.

2. Musical instrument

Musical instrument

Date:: 1971-1982
Description:: Orange gourd with seeds inside. Beads strung on a cord decorate the exterior. Origin West Africa.

3. Musical instrument

Musical instrument

Date:: 1971-1982
Description:: Tubular bamboo rattles containing rice, similar to rainsticks. Origin West Africa.

4. Marimba

Date:: 1971-1982
Description:: Marimba made of wood and gourds, which act as resonators, tied together with twine and animal hide. Origin Nigeria.