Africa Heartwood Project Double Woven Seed Caxixi Shaker – 5-6″ Ghana Basket Shaker with Gourd Base, Colors Will Vary – Handcrafted African Musical Instrument

The double-pod caxixi (kaa-SHEE-shee) musical shaker is hand woven using brightly colored reed, hard gourd base, and pebbles and seeds. The double basket size is great for more volume in larger groups. It creates a high pitched, clear-cutting percussive sound, great for keeping time in a percussion ensemble. It is typically played upright, using a sharp up-and-down motion so the seeds and pebbles strike the hard gourd base. Our money back guarantee applies to this caxixi, which features: * 5-6″ tall baskets (2), 3-4″ round, 3-4″ handle connecting baskets * Durable woven construction with handle and cross-support to keep baskets in place * Reed permanently dyed in bright colors, woven in matching patterns * Typically played in pairs, but sold individually * African-made product from Africa Heartwood Project. Your purchase of this percussion instrument support the efforts 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.

Features

• HANDCRAFTED IN GHANA: This authentic double-pod caxixi percussion instrument is carefully handwoven by skilled artisans in Ghana, blending traditional African craftsmanship with vibrant musical expression.
• COLORS AND DESIGNS MAY VARY: Each double caxixi is uniquely crafted with brightly colored reeds woven in matching patterns. No two are exactly alike, adding a personal touch to your collection of African instruments.
• DURABLE WOVEN CONSTRUCTION: Features two 5-6″ tall baskets, a 3-4″ handle connecting the baskets, and cross-supports to ensure stability and long-lasting use.
• HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FOR ENSEMBLES: Produces a clear, sharp percussive sound ideal for keeping time in percussion ensembles, drum circles, or music sessions with larger groups.
• SUPPORTS A MEANINGFUL CAUSE: Your purchase of this double caxixi shakers musical instruments, supports Africa Heartwood Project’s non-profit Village Water Projects and Orphan Support Programs. Enjoy knowing that your purchase not only connects you to traditional world rhythmic culture but also contributes to the sustainable livelihoods of artisans and their families in Ghana.