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Djembe - Good News

good news carved djembe (larger image)

Description: Scallops unfold on the slender base of this djembe drum by Nana Adu Amankwapam I. Hewn from a block of tweneboah wood, the traditional percussion instrument is finished wth mansion polish. The goatskin head is affixed by iron rings wrapped in cotton, and a macramé cord can be slung over the shoulder. The djembe originated in Benin, where it is traditionally used during voodoo rites, and has been introduced into neighboring countries such as Ghana. Amankwapam names this original piece Asempa, which means "Good News" in the Akan language. This sort of drum is played to proclaim good tidings.

Product item: 74215
Price:  $99.95
Shipping Weight: 7.5 pounds
Dimensions: 9.8" W x 19.3" H x 9.8" D

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"I am completely delighted with the "Unity" bougarabou which was purchased last week, and delivered to my door today (how astonishing is that?). It's not the biggest drum in my collection, but by far the most interesting, and it sounds great, too. Thank you! The NOvica experience has been overwhelmingly positive. I'm taking the drum to work tomorrow to show it off to a Ghanaian co-worker! Thank you, Sir! Thank you, Novica!"
- Beth Peart, Toronto, Ontario, Canada