Bilal Abdurahman- African Musical Instruments (CD)
This 1980 release introduces classrooms to the instruments, rhythms, and sounds of Africa. With the zummarra (double-reed oboe), darabuka (hand drum), and masanka (one-string viol), listeners will get a feel for the music from three different regions of the African continent: The Islamic-influenced north, West Africa, and sub-Saharan Africa. The liner notes include a detailed sample lesson plan and suggested activities to further engage students with the music.
Tracklist:
- Zummarra (Double Reed Oboe)
- Darabuka
- Tambourine Dance
- Clapping (Varied Rhythms)
- Greek Holiday
- Sounds Of An African Countryside
- Ethiopian Masanka
- Mbutu, Mbira
- Mbutu, Mbira
- Shakery Rythms
- Underarm Talking Drum
- Talking Drum With Accompaniment
- 3 Types Of Drums A Demonstration
- Dahomey Drum
- Zylophone And Drum
- Zylophone Melodic Rythms
- Sxophone Jazz Motifs And Moods
This 1980 release introduces classrooms to the instruments, rhythms, and sounds of Africa. With the zummarra (double-reed oboe), darabuka (hand drum), and masanka (one-string viol), listeners will get a feel for the music from three different regions of the African continent: The Islamic-influenced north, West Africa, and sub-Saharan Africa. The liner notes include a detailed sample lesson plan and suggested activities to further engage students with the music.
Tracklist:
- Zummarra (Double Reed Oboe)
- Darabuka
- Tambourine Dance
- Clapping (Varied Rhythms)
- Greek Holiday
- Sounds Of An African Countryside
- Ethiopian Masanka
- Mbutu, Mbira
- Mbutu, Mbira
- Shakery Rythms
- Underarm Talking Drum
- Talking Drum With Accompaniment
- 3 Types Of Drums A Demonstration
- Dahomey Drum
- Zylophone And Drum
- Zylophone Melodic Rythms
- Sxophone Jazz Motifs And Moods