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Your cart is empty. This gourd African 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. This shekere african instrument 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.
All African Heartwood Project axatse percussion instrument are covered by our warranty, and feature:
Strong gourd body and handle, hollow and dried
Whole natural seed beads intricately labrynthed in web of bright blue string
Rubber strip at the neck keeps seeds and string from coming loose or sliding up the gourd
Long handle on gourd for easy handling and full control
Your purchase of this native instrument supports the effort of non-profit Africa Heartwood Project. By connecting with traditional world music culture, you’re also contributing to a meaningful cause—helping provide Village Water Projects and Orphan Support to West African communities in need.
Sahar Vahedi
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2022
This is decently built for the price and a nice size, but the sound itself is a bit harsh and not very musical or pleasing. I guess it depends on personal taste.
Silk Road Hiker
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2021
Some 20+ years ago I picked a shaker out of a cardboard box of many and chose it because I thought it was the tuned better than the others I had it for years and wore it down and now I have these new ones which look pretty good they have a hole in the top instead of the bottom they’re basically constructed the same they produce a very nice sound that’s about all I have to say the order was somewhat misplaced but right within a reasonable amount of time
Faye S Clegg
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2019
I love music and look for a variety of percussion sounds. This gourd is not only great looking, but durable enough to play on a regular basis. Use a case if you intend to travel with it.
D Percussion
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2019
Good sound. Well made. Larger than listed in the item description.
chelsea maloy
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2018
I was expecting this to be very small but the size was actually perfect. It was perfect for what I needed it for.
Rehan Walgama
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2018
This shekere is excellent. I am satisfied.
Eric Gumm
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2015
Love these shakers. I purchased 8 but have only used 4. While playing one, it loosened and came undone at the top. Beautiful instruments but may not be intended for rigorous play.
shonna young
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2014
This thing was very small. Actually looks like a child's toy. It sheds. The beads came off. I wouldn't recommend this product to anyone.
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