The bara (BAH-rah, also bendre) is a gourd drum consisting of a large calabash, open on one end, and covered with goat skin. It does not produce bass notes, but has a strong characteristic, full low tone, and is capable of other sounds common to hand drums. Each bara is hand made in Mali using traditional methods. It is a large, thick calabash gourd, and is 15-17″ in diameter, 12-14″ in height, with an 9-10″ open playable surface.
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Product Description
The bara (BAH-rah, also bendre) is a gourd drum consisting of a large calabash, open on one end, and covered with goat skin. It does not produce bass notes, but has a strong characteristic, full low tone, and is capable of other sounds common to hand drums. Each bara is hand made in Mali using traditional methods, and features:
- Large, thick calabash gourd, 15-17″ diameter, 12-14″ high, with 9-10″ open playable surface
- Shaved goat skin mounted to gourd using stitching method – no metal tuning rings
- Nylon rope verticals, used to add or decrease tension on the head, with extra rope for handle
- Mellow, deep tonal sound quality, played with lighter technique than djembe or conga
- Hand crafted in Mali using traditional methods and quality materials
- Imported, African-made product from Africa Heartwood Project
- The purchase of this product sustains livelihoods for cultural artisans in West Africa.
Sizes & Prices
| Model | Size | Description | Retail Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARM | 16"x16"x13" | The Bara is a gourd drum consisting of a large calabash, open on one end, and covered with goat skin. | $150 |
