Africa Heartwood Project Wasembe Gourd Slice Shaker – Authentic Shaker made in Ghana

The wasembe (wah-SEM-bay) rattle creates a very loud, high pitch, striking sound when the gourd slices clack together. Versions of this instrument exist all throughout Africa, known by different names, including ratatak, telewasa, and wasaumba. It is played with quick downward motions, causing the gourd slices to move up and down the connector stick, clacking together to make a sharp percussive sound. Covered by our warranty, this instrument features: * ~12″ tall solid wood handle and connector * About 5 pairs of dried calabash * Handcrafted using natural materials in Ghana * As a handmade product exact appearance may vary from photos, and may not include ball rattle on one end

Features

• HANDMADE IN GHANA WITH NATURAL MATERIALS – This authentic Wasembe (wah-SEM-bay) shaker musical instrument is handcrafted in Ghana using natural materials. Versions of this instrument exist all throughout Africa, known by different names, including ratatak, telewasa, and wasaumba.
• LOUD, HIGH-PITCHED STRIKING SOUND – This Gourd Slice creates a loud, high-pitched sound when they clack together, produced by quick downward motions that make the slices move along the connector stick, creating a sharp percussive effect.
• SOLID WOOD HANDLE AND CONNECTOR – This hand percussion instrument features a 12″ tall solid wood handle and connector, offering both durability and comfort during use.
• VARIATION IN APPEARANCE – As a handmade product, the appearance may vary slightly. It includes about 5 pairs of dried calabash, but may not include the ball rattle on one end.
• SUPPORTING COMMUNITY AND TRADITION – Our musical instruments and accessories are unique. All our products are hand-crafted in Africa by village cultural artisans. Each purchase contributes directly to Africa Heartwood Project, supporting the livelihoods of communities in Africa. This non-profit, run by passionate volunteers, fights poverty and promotes community development in West Africa. Your choice makes a difference, blending the joy of music with social impact.