Alternative TitleBata.; Kudi |
InstrumentBata |
Instrument FamilyPercussion |
Date MadeCirca 1965 |
DescriptionConically shaped wooden drum with two heads. Heads tensioned by leather thongs bound round at waist to further tension the thongs running from head to head. With leather carrying strap. Used with (1520) as pair beaten one with each hand in supporting rhythm.
Head diameters: batter head 130mm, resonant head 80mm. |
Other InformationGeneral usage of type: Band instrument played as a pair with 1520. Specific usage history: Used with (1520) as pair beaten one with each hand in supporting rhythm. |
NotesP.R. Cooke, 1997. |
Measurements270. |
ProvenanceGift of W. Stevenson, 1981. |
CollectionMIMEd |
Accession Number1521 |