First, let's take a look at the Kalimba instrument.
Kalimba is a national musical instrument with national characteristics in Africa. In different African countries, Kalimba has different names. For example, Kalimba is the name of this musical instrument in Kenya, while in Zimbabwe it is called Mbira, and the Congolese call it Likembe. It also has Sanza and Thumb Piano, etc. first name. It is mainly named after the thin sheet (mainly made of wood, bamboo, and metal in modern development) on the piano body with the thumb. Traditional Kalimba uses gourds to make resonators.
The sound-producing body of Kalimba is composed of elastic metal strips of different lengths on the top to emit sounds of different wavelengths, and wood or gourd melons are used as the resonance box below. In the past, the raw materials of these metal bars were only metals melted from ore, but now they are made of higher-quality steel. Kalimba has many different shapes, and the number of steel bars is not always certain. For example, the Kalimba in Zimbabwe is in a wooden round box with 22 to 28 steel bars arranged in two rows. It is said that the music played by this instrument can not only drive away evil spirits from the patient but also play a role in praying for rain. Therefore, it is one of the most popular musical instruments in Zimbabwe.
Kalimba is mainly used for accompaniment. When playing, you need to hold the piano in both hands, and then use two thumbs to play. When the thumb is pressed and released, the steel sheet will generate mechanical waves and make a sound. Some kalimba will be equipped with objects such as shells or soda bottle caps so that some additional sounds can be made at the same time when they are played, or they can be swayed halfway on the table, which will give an echo-like whirl effect, or like ice cubes, The effect of shaking makes the performance more abundant. Kalimba is often used for performances. At sunset, people will form a circle and use it as accompaniment for singing or telling stories. Some natives also carry it to spend time along the way when they walk long distances. Also, the characteristic of Kalimba is its unique musical effect, and its sound is as cold as water, similar to the sound of a music box, but even colder.
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Post time: Jul-15-2021