The shekere (from Yoruba Ṣẹ̀kẹ̀rẹ̀) [1] is a percussion instrument consisting of a dried gourd with beads or cowries woven into a net covering the gourd. There are multiple ways to produce sounds with the instrument.

2024年9月12日 · The shekere is a percussion instrument made from a dried gourd, covered with a net woven with beads, stones, or cowrie (small sea snails) shells. The instrument produces sound when shaken or struck against the hand.

The shekere is a handmade rattle. It consists of a hollow gourd or calabash, covered on the outside with a net of seeds, beads, shells, or any available material. Although its origins are West African, today it is found in the Americas and Caribbean as well.

2024年1月30日 · The shekere, an African percussion instrument that traces its roots to West Africa, is a captivating embodiment of rhythm and cultural heritage. The shekere goes by numerous names, reflecting its widespread influence and popularity across the African regions and beyond its borders.

2022年12月4日 · The handcrafted Ṣẹ̀kẹ̀rẹ̀ (Pronounced Shekere) is a popular musical instrument in West Africa. It is made up of a hollow dried gourd or calabash that has been coated with a net of seeds, beads, or shells on the outside. Despite being a West African native, the word “Shekere” also appears in song and culture from […]

2025年1月15日 · The shekere is a percussion instrument made from a gourd with a beaded skirt. The instrument was originally from Africa but is now used in Afro-Caribbean, Jazz, Salsa, and other popular music. A shekere is made by drying the gourd for several months then removing the pulp and seeds.

In this lesson Steven Kroon demonstrates playing technique for the shekere. He believes the first thing you have to do when playing shekere is finding a comf...

A lesson about technique for shekere. Where are the right sounds and how do you get a good attack? In this lesson I explain it step by step. Enjoy it!For mor...

The shekere (from Yoruba Ṣẹ̀kẹ̀rẹ̀) is a Yoruba percussion instrument consisting of a dried gourd with beads or cowries woven into a net covering the gourd. The Shekere originated in Yorubaland, which comprises the countries of Nigeria, Benin, and Togo.

African shaker instruments have a rich history dating back to ancient times. They are an integral part of African traditional music and culture. The origins of these instruments can be traced to West Africa, particularly countries like Nigeria, Togo, Ghana, Benin, Sierra Leone, and …