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Kalimba and
Mbira
Purchased in
Nairobi, Kenya, 1964
From
Graciela's Notes
Mbira – It is also
known as a kalimba. It is found in many parts of
Africa and is a lamellaphone: an instrument whose
sound is produced by the vibration of thin
tongues, or llamellas. So, when plucked with the
thumbs each lamella produces a mellow, twanging
sound. It is used in many contexts: for solos,
vocal accompaniments, small groups and in
religious ceremonies. I bought it in Nairobi,
Kenya during an African Safari trip during
Christmas 1964.
Purchased in Tanganika,
Tanzania, 1964
From Graciela's Notes
African Boxed Kalimba –
This instrument is like the Mbira except that it
is boxed and gives a bit of different sound – more
resonance. Bought in Tanganika in January 1964.
Kalimba,
Ethiopian rattle, mbira
For
more information email: fabrm@lake.ollusa.edu
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