Drums are the most important instruments in Africa. They are diverse in construction and produce the most dominant sound. They have been very important in village and court activities. Made of wood, they comprise two basic groups--skin drums and slit d... This wood drum from the Kuba clan has carved geometric Kuba designs, a handle carved with a stylized face and hand, and a skin drumhead. The face has scarification marks on the cheeks and forehead. Drums are an important instrument, used to send message...
