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What are the other two names for a mbira?
Likembe, Mbila, Thumb piano, Mbira Huru, Mbira Njari, Mbira Nyunga Nyunga, Karimbao or Kalimba
When was the Mbira invented?
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What is an African thumb piano?
mbira
Is mbira a idiophone?
Yes, the mbira is classified as an idiophone, which is a type of musical instrument that produces sound primarily through the vibration of its own material, rather than using strings or membranes. It consists of a set of metal tines attached to a wooden resonator, and when the tines are plucked, they vibrate to create sound. The mbira is traditionally used in various African cultures, particularly in Zimbabwe, and is often referred to as a thumb piano.
What musical instrument starts with an A?
Aeolian harp (wind harp, played by the wind)Alto flutealboka (a double clarinet native to the Basque Country)arghul (single reed woodwind is a traditional Arabic musical instrument)air hornalphorn (alpenhorn)accordionagidigbo is a large traditional plucked instrument from NigeriaArray mbira is a modern musical instrument from the United States. It is based upon the African mbira thumb piano.African mbira thumb pianoaerophoneaccoustic guitarAbïa drum (African drum)Agung a Tamlang (Philippine drum)Agogo (bell from West Africa)Agung/Agong (gong from Philippines)Ahoko is a traditional percussion instrument from Ivory Coastthe accordion / The Alpenhorn
What are the other two names for a mbira?
Likembe, Mbila, Thumb piano, Mbira Huru, Mbira Njari, Mbira Nyunga Nyunga, Karimbao or Kalimba
What is an mbira?
An array mbira is a variety of plucked lamellophone, a Western musical instrument, an adaptation of the African mbira.
What is an African mbira made of?
the African mbira is made of wood and metal
What country created the mbira?
The mbira is an instrument native to the Shona people of Zimbabwe, Africa.
When was the Mbira invented?
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Where does sound come from on a mbira?
Sound on a mbira comes from its metal keys or tines being plucked with the thumbs or fingers. The keys are attached to a wooden soundboard that amplifies the vibrations produced when they are plucked, creating the distinct sound of the mbira.
What is an African thumb piano?
mbira
How many prongs are on the mbira?
25
What has the author Paul Franklin Berliner written?
Paul Franklin Berliner has written: 'The soul of Mbira' -- subject(s): Musical instruments, Mbira
What is the Mbira used for?
The Mbira is a traditional instrument originating from Africa, commonly used in ceremonies, rituals, storytelling, and social gatherings. It is known for its unique sound and is often played to accompany singing or dancing.
What is one similarity between a mbila and a mbira?
i really really don't know
What is the name of a special musical instrument in AFRICA?
DOUNDOUN, SANGBA and KENKENI Mbira, Kalimba
