Algaita

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Algaita
Classification Double reed
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The algaita (also spelled alghaita, algayta or algheita) is a double reed wind instrument from West Africa, especially among the Hausa and Kanuri peoples. Its construction is similar to the oboe-like rhaita and the zurna. The algaita is distinguished from these other instruments by its larger, trumpet-like bell. Instead of keys, it has open holes for fingering, similar to the zurna. [1]

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Algaita player, Kapsiki, Cameroon An algaita player, fulbeized Kapsiki.jpg
Algaita player, Kapsiki, Cameroon

Traditional recordings

Use in jazz recordings

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References

  1. "African Music - MSN Encarta". Archived from the original on 2009-10-28.