An introduction to traditional African musical instruments such as flutes, rattles, drums and the Mbira. A modern concert is seen, which shows two African musicians using the traditional instruments with modern ones. These include amplified African drums, electric guitar, a wired Mbira and flutes.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
000169
Language
English
Subject categories
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Music - Instruction and study
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Music & Performing Arts → Music - Africa
Music & Performing Arts → Music - Instruction and study
Music & Performing Arts → Music appreciation
Music & Performing Arts → Musical instruments
Music & Performing Arts → National music
Music & Performing Arts → Percussion instruments
Music & Performing Arts → Stringed instruments
Music & Performing Arts → Wind instruments
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)