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Axatse African Shaker - Maraca, Rumba Shaker - 4" X 8"

Name: Axatse African Shaker - Maraca, Rumba Shaker - 4" X 8"
Brand: Africa Heartwood Project
SKU: 656377962
Price: 22.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

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Key item features

Intricate Design: Whole natural seed beads are intricately labyrinthine in a web of bright blue string, adding to the instrument's unique aesthetic and sound.
Cultural Origin: Traditionally known as an axatse (ah-HOT-say) in Ghana, it is also generically referred to as a shekere (SHEH-kuh-ray).
Playing Techniques: The axatse can be played like a maraca, by gently tugging on the blue rope ends, swirling or twisting the seed net, or using more intricate double-handed techniques.
Distinctive Sound: This axatse differs from the Afro-Cuban shekere by being smaller and not producing a bass note when the top of the gourd is struck.
Artisan Support: Handcrafted in Africa by village cultural artisans, supporting the non-profit Africa Heartwood Project.

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Specs

Brand
Africa Heartwood Project
Shell material
Gourd
Color
Blue
Dimensions
4.00 x 4.00 x 8.00 "
Weight
4.8 oz
Has written warranty
No

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This gourd shaker is traditionally known as the axatse (ah-HOT-say) in Ghana, and is also known more generically as a shekere (SHEH-kuh-ray). Each dry, hollow calabash is hand selected for thickness and proportion, then dressed with a lattice work of Job's Tear Seeds. The axatse can be played like a maraca, by gently tugging on the blue rope ends, by swirling or twisting the seed net, or with more intricate double handed techniques. The axatse differs from the Afro-Cuban shekere in that it is smaller and does not produce a bass note when the top of the gourd is struck. Perfect for the young percussionist or world music enthusiast. (World Percussion USA is the ONLY authorized seller of Africa Heartwood Project instruments on this marketplace. All other sellers claiming above to also sell this item as described are not honest sellers, so proceed with caution.)

Handmade, authentic shaker made in Ghana
Strong gourd body and handle, hollow and dried
Whole natural seed beads intricately labrynthed in web of bright blue string
Hand crafted in Africa by village cultural artisans supported by the non-profit Africa Heartwood Project
World Percussion USA is the only authorized seller of Africa Heartwood Project instruments on this marketplace. All other sellers of this item are NOT selling the product described in this listing!

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Specifications

Brand

Africa Heartwood Project

Shell material

Gourd

Color

Blue

Dimensions

4.00 x 4.00 x 8.00 "

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