Ghanaian artisans hand-carve these lovely djembe drums from a single piece of hollowed tweneboa wood. The goatskin top is stretched taught and held in place by long pieces of braided nylon and cotton cord. Each drum is fully functional and adorned with beautiful hand-carved details.

Measures approximately 26" T X 14" D, with a 13" drum head. Due to the handcrafted nature of these drums, designs will vary; the carving on each drum is unique. [Click to read our statement on handmade variation.]

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About the Artisans:

Founded by Andy Koney nearly 20 years ago in his bedroom, today the Ghanian artistic collective known as Yenok employs 40 men and women who are dedicated to creating beautiful furniture and woodworking art, often with a spiritual flair. Yenok's products are recognized for their high quality and custom craftsmanship.

These gorgeous drums are crafted from tweneboa wood, a stretched goatskin top, and finished with intricate hand-carved designs. A braided cord allows for easy transport. Each drum is fully functional and makes a wonderful gift for musicians.

Small Drum: 12-13"D X 20"T D (10-11"D Head).

Medium Drum: 15"D x 24"T (13"D Head).

Large Drum: 17"D x 24-25"T (14"D Head).

Due to the handcrafted nature of these instruments, slight variation in size and coloring may occur.

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About the Artisans:

Created by Ghanaian artisan Akaleay, these drums are handcrafted from tweneboa wood. Akaleay works from an artisan collective on the beach in Accra's Osu neighborhood. Tweneboa wood, used extensively for crafting drums, is known for its beautiful blonde color and subtle grain. The Ashanti hold native trees in sacred regard, and traditionally entreat a tree's spirit before felling.

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This mbira (pronounced UM-beer-ra), consisting of a hand-carved wooden base with attached staggered recycled metal tines and with a resonator to add a little buzz, is played by holding the instrument in the hands and plucking the tines with the thumbs. A particularly common musical instrument of the Shona people of Zimbabwe, it is also often an important instrument to be played at religious ceremonies, weddings, and other social gatherings.

A beautiful gift for world music enthusiasts!

15 Note Mbira measures 5"L x 1"W x 8"T.

23 Note Mbira measures 8"L x 1"W x 9.5"T.

Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.

About the Artisans:

Artisans handcraft quality musical instruments that traditionally figure strongly in Shona ceremonies, using recycled wood and metal.

This handmade African kalimba is carved from a calabash gourd by artisans in Senegal. When played with the thumbs, the kalimba's metal tines and hollow interior produce a beautiful, resonating sound.

Measures 13-15"D x 7"T. Due to the handcrafted nature of this item, size may vary slightly.

About the Artisans:

An artisan co-op of young men in Senegal create hand-crafted kalimbas from gourds. Frequently the artisans are also musicians themselves, and they take great care in producing instruments of exceptional quality and beauty.

Nurture a love of music with these fair trade, handcrafted percussion instruments from Kenya. Shaking adds the crisp sound of beads against Nile grass stalks or when tilted gently, the rain maker shakers create the sound of falling rain. Each shaker is crafted with a wooden frame and handle dressed up with simple burned geometric designs.

Small Rain Maker Shaker [Size: 9"L x 0.75"W x 6.5"T]; Large Rain Maker Shaker [ Size: 14"L x 1"W x 7"T]. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.

About the Artisans:

We work with Kenyan artisans who have life-long training in the making of traditional African instruments such as hand drums and spin drums. The artisans craft each instrument from sustainably sourced wood and scraps of goat skin. After each instrument is constructed, Nairobi artists hand-paint the instruments, making each one-of-a-kind.

Artisans in Ougadougou, Burkina Faso, create low profile thumb pianos from lightweight balsa wood that are then burned with an assortment of designs. A great gift for music lovers or collectors of world instruments, each kalimba has five tuners that can be plucked to produce a uniquely African sound.

These handmade "thumb pianos" are decorated with unique burned patterns and West African scenes. Measures 5.5"L x 4"W x 0.75"T; size may vary slightly. Because each kalimba is uniquely handcrafted, designs will vary.

About the Artisans:

An artisan co-op of young men in Burkina Faso, West Africa, create hand-crafted kalimbas from gourds and recycled materials such as coffee tins. Frequently the artisans are also musicians themselves, and they take great care in producing instruments of exceptional quality and beauty.

This kalimba is handmade in Burkina Faso from a recycled tomato can and custom burned wood. Often called "thumb pianos," these melodic instruments feature a West African scene and traditional design elements on their wooden surface.

Measures 8"L x 5"W x 3"T. Not a professional instrument.

About the Artisans:

The Village Artisanal de Ouagadougou (VAO) is a centre of excellence in the creation, production and marketing of Burkinabe art, fine crafts and handicrafts in Burkina Faso. Here you can feel the passion and see the creations of over 500 artisans representing 30 different genres of art.

These natural undyed elephant grass percussion instruments are filled with beans and produce a unique, earthy rattle. Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana handcraft these African percussion instruments from stiff elephant grass. A calabash gourd base keeps the rattling beans intact.

Size: [Med] 3.5"D x 7.5"T; [Large] 5"D x 9.5"T. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.

These bright yellow and green elephant grass percussion instruments are filled with beans and produce a unique, earthy rattle. Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana handcraft these colorful African percussion instruments from stiff elephant grass. A calabash gourd base keeps the rattling beans intact.

Size: [Med] 3.5"D x 7.5"T; [Large] 5"D x 9.5"T. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.

These handmade elephant grass shakers, woven in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana, are filled with beans and produce a unique, earthy rattle. A favorite instrument of both children and adults, they are dyed in bright purple, pink, and orange. A calabash gourd base keeps the rattling beans intact.

Size: [Med] 3.5"D x 7.5"T; [Large] 5"D x 9.5"T. Color patterns and sizing may vary slightly since these are handcrafted items.