African Sakara Frame Drum - Large 13"x 3"

African Sakara Frame Drum - Large 13"x 3"
by Africa Heartwood Project .org



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Review & Description

This large sakara frame drum produces the lower tones in the ensemble. At 13 inches in diameter this drum is made for the more experienced percussionist. The sakara originally comes from Nigeria and is played using traditional frame hand drum technique. By holding the drum in one hand and simultaneously muting and releasing the skin with the same hand, and striking the head with the other hand in various locations, the drummer is able to obtain many different sounds. Our sakara are custom built for us using ceramic frames and wood tuning spears, which one can push further into the slot for a higher pitch. Lower tuning is obtained by lightly rubbing a damp hand over the skin. (World Percussion USA is the ONLY authorized seller of Africa Heartwood Project instruments on Amazon. All other sellers claiming above to also sell this item as described are not honest sellers, so proceed with caution.)

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #4305 in Musical Instruments
• Size: Large
• Brand: Africa Heartwood Project .org
• Model: SAK13
• Dimensions: 3.00" h x 3.00" w x 13.00" l, 3.00 pounds

Features

• Hand crafted in Africa using traditional methods, imported direct. Each drum signed by the artist.
• Solid ceramic frame wrapped with quality West African goat skin
• Many tuning spears allow for custom pitch and sound
• Average 13 inches diameter of playing surface
• Imported, African-made product from Africa Heartwood Project, which sustains livelihoods for cultural artisans