Speaking With The Talking Drum (Part Three)
In the previous article, we discussed the different types of talking drums in an ensemble. Some of these were differentiated by their sizes and others by a range of sounds. Read more about Discover Nigeria It is this range of sound that forms how actually, the drums speak, in addition to the different techniques […]
Do You Know Why This Instrument is Called the ‘Talking Drum’?
The talking drum is a percussion instrument particularly popular with Fuji and Juju music and other music genres associated with Yoruba culture. It is so called because its pitch and sound can be modulated to imitate the tone and prosody of human speech. It can be used by a skilled drummer to practically imitate any […]
Fascinating Facts You Should Know About The Talking Drum
Although, modern musical instruments like the piano, guitar, violin, and trumpet amongst others are taking over the musical landscape, the place of the Yoruba Batá (Talking Drum) can never be downplayed. It is exceptional and unique in its production and sound which connotes so much to those that deeply understand the Yoruba language and cultural […]