Abdurahman,Bilal African Musical Instruments CD

This 1980 release introduces classrooms to the instruments, rhythms, and sounds of Africa. With the zummarra (double-reed oboe), darabuka (hand drum), and masanka (one-string viol), listeners will get a feel for the music from three different regions of the African continent: The Islamic-influenced north, West Africa, and sub-Saharan Africa. The liner notes include a detailed sample lesson plan and suggested activities to further engage students with the music.

1. Zummarra-Double Reed Oboe 2. Darabuka - Hand Drum 3. Tambourine Dance 4. Clapping - Varied Rhythms 5. Greek Holiday - Clarinet, Darabuka, Tambourine 6. Sounds of An African Countryside 7. Ethiopian Masanka - One String Viol 8. Mbutu, Mbira - Sansa 9. Mbutu, Mbira - Sansa, Bells, Drums 10. Shakery Rythms 11. Underarm Talking Drum 12. Talking Drum with Accompaniment 13. 3 Types of Drums a Demonstration 14. Dahomey Drum, Interludes 15. Zylophone and Drum 16. Zylophone Melodic Rythms 17. Sxophone- Jazz Motifs and Moods