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Shekere

The shekere is a musical instrument. Learn how it makes its sound and explore related instruments.

From Wikipedia

The shekere (from Yoruba Ṣẹ̀kẹ̀rẹ̀) is a percussion instrument consisting of a dried gourd with beads or cowries woven into a net covering the gourd.

The Spiritual Birth (Ajé Olókun): The Ṣẹ̀kẹ̀rẹ̀ Ajé was born out of the worship of the goddess of wealth. It was an instrument used by priests and initiates to invite prosperity and drive away sorrow.

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