atumpans

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Scope note
Large double-conical drums of West Africa with a tubular open foot at the base, played upright, usually in pairs, each being of a different pitch; one of the pair often has a jingle suspended across the drum head. They serve as talking drums on ceremonial occasions, and as accompaniment to ritual singing and dancing.
atumpans
Accepted term: 28-Oct-2024