Ngoma (drum)
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Alternative TitleNgoma. |
InstrumentNgoma |
Instrument FamilyPercussion |
Date MadeCirca 1980 |
DescriptionTechnical description: Cylindro-conical kettledrum; single wooden shell, closed at bottom by non-sonorous (non-played) skin; piece of gravel `soul of the drum' inside. |
Other InformationSpecific usage history: Pressed into service as part of entenga drum chime. |
NotesP.R. Cooke, 1997. |
Measurementsheight 420; overall diameter 371. |
Provenanceon loan to the Collection. |
CollectionMIMEd |
Accession Number3767 |