Are you curious about musical instruments or styles native to Africa? Sample some of the more prominent examples below.
North Africa
Egyptian classical music is an iconic musical tradition of North Africa.
East Africa
Taarab is a primary musical tradition in East Africa, combining African beats with elements of Arabic and Indian music.
Central African Music
Banda is a folk music common to Central Africa that incorporates a unique instrument - the Ongo - which is made from an antelope horn!
South Africa
Marabi is a musical style often associated to South Africa. You'll notice the heavy 1920's Western jazz influence.
West Africa
A popular musical style associated with West Africa is Calypso. Although Calypso's origins are Caribbean, it is a result of the West African slave trade with distinct African roots.
