Large Gankogui Double Bell with Stick – Agogo Cow Bell from Ghana – Large Size

This large size gankogui (gon-koe-GWI) bell from Africa Heartwood Project is available as part of a set or sold individually. The gankogui, also known as agogo bell, double bell, or hi-low bell, is used in a variety of African percussion music, but is traditionally from the Anlo-Ewe of Ghana, Togo, and Benin. By striking the bells with a mallet or beater a two-pitch song is created. Each gankogui African bell is hand-forged of recycled iron in Togo. Our gankogui African musical instrument features: * 8in tall low bell, 11.5in tall * hand forged from recycled iron by expert blacksmiths in Togo * bright, sustained tones sing out over the ensemble * durable construction, built with quality of sound as priority * light-wood beater included * may have plain metal hook handle or a wood handle; no selection available * due to the nature of the crafting process and materials used, each hand bell will have its own pitch and sound quality

Features

• Hand-forged of recycled iron by master blacksmiths in Togo; stick included
• 8in tall low bell, 11.5in tall; may have plain metal handle or wood handle, no selection available
• Bright, sustained tones sing out over the ensemble; two distinct pitches with no specific tuning
• Hand crafted in Africa by village cultural artisans supported by the non-profit Africa Heartwood Project