Say hello to ‘LOVE TRAIN’, the Gongoma ✨ A vibrant thumb piano from Guinea, West Africa, handcrafted from half a calabash with a wooden top and 3–6 saw blades that produce a sweet, percussive sound. 🌍 Played with a strap by tapping the gourd and plucking the blades, this modern Guinean instrument from Sierra Leonean inspiration, is as striking to play as it is to look at, finished with bold hand-painted village designs. 👉 Take a closer look: https://africandrumming.com.au/product/gongoma-love-

The Mbira – Zimbabwe’s Sacred Thumb Piano Deep in the heart of Zimbabwean culture lies a powerful and spiritual musical instrument – the mbira. Also known as the "thumb piano," the mbira is more than just music – it's a bridge to our ancestors, a keeper of stories, and a symbol of identity. Traditionally played by the Shona people, the mbira is made from a hardwood soundboard fitted with metal keys. It’s played using the thumbs and fingers, producing beautiful, hypnotic melodies that have echoed

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