Ngoma (also called engoma or ng'oma or ingoma) are musical instruments used by certain Bantu populations of Africa. Ngoma is derived from the Kongo word for "drum". Different Bantu-inhabited regions have their own traditions of percussion, with different names for their instruments.

Ngoma (also ng'oma or ing'oma) is a Bantu term with many connotations that encompasses music, dance, and instruments. [1] [2] In Tanzania ngoma also refers to events, both significant life-changing events such as the first menstruation, the birth or passing of a loved one, as well as momentary events such as celebrations, rituals, or ...

One of the best known Maasai ceremonial songs is the Engilakinoto, sung after a successful lion hunt. The evolution of traditional music. African music has undergone frequent and decisive changes...

2023年10月4日 · The Ngoma drum is a powerful and important instrument in Southern African music. With its deep and resonant tones, it plays a vital role in traditional ceremonies and cultural events. Dating back centuries, the Ngoma drum has a …

2014年1月7日 · Ngoma refers to the tradition of expression via music, drumming, dance, and storytelling. History, values, education, and even identity can be transmitted between generations. This article traces the experiences of a music teacher from the United States traveling and studying in Tanzania, East Africa.

At a basic level, ngoma simply means “drum.” At the same time, it is also commonly used to refer to specific musical styles that combine drumming, dance, and song. Further extending its meaning, the word ngoma can also be used to designate the very concept of music itself.

The Ngoma is a cylinder-shaped drum, as opposed to the goblet-shaped Djembe, resembling a conga drum in both shape and size. It is constructed from wood and covered with cow or goat skin on each end.

The Ngoma would be found in every tribes mans home, usually in their front room. When played casually it would mostly always be played in public such as the front yard or porch. Even though the Ngoma was used casually in every day life, they still held it …

Ngoma (also called engoma or ng’oma or ingoma) are musical instruments used by certain Bantu populations of Africa. Ngoma is derived from the Kongo word for “drum”. Different Bantu-inhabited regions have their own traditions of percussion, with different names for their instruments.

2025年2月14日 · Ngoma drums have been an integral part of East African culture for centuries. Crafted from locally sourced wood and animal hides, these drums are made with great care and reverence. Each drum carries unique characteristics, producing distinct sounds that resonate deeply with the people who hear them.