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Hand painted thumb piano (Mbira)

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Hand painted thumb piano (Mbira)

Mbira thumb piano

  • The African Mbira or thumb piano is a lamellaphone, in which the sound is produced by plucking metal tongues or plates.
  • The Mbira is played at religious ceremonies and social gatherings. The Shona people of Zimbabwe traditionally believe that mbira music brings the world of the living in contact with the world of the spirits.
  • This thumb piano is beautifull hand painted making each one unique!
  • This instrument comes direct from a fair trade company.
  • Approx 16 x 11cm

*Please note that because each one is hand painted colour and style will vary

Part No:S015
Price:£10.49
Quantity:
 

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