Gankogui Double Bell with Stick - Iron Cow Bell from Ghana - Medium

Description

Gankogui Double Bell with Stick - Iron Cow Bell from Ghana - Medium. Condition is "New".
Description
This standard full size gankogui (gon-koe-KWI) produces a bright, open tone in the low bell and a lighter, higher pitch note in the high bell. Use with any percussion ensemble to keep time and add musical variety. 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 is hand-forged of recycled iron in Togo. Covered by our warranty, our gankogui feature: * 6in tall low bell, 10in 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 handle, or wood handle; no selection available * due to the nature of the crafting process and materials used, each bell will have its own pitch and sound quality (World Percussion USA is the ONLY authorized seller of Africa Heartwood Project instruments on this marketplace. All other sellers claiming above to also sell this item as described are not honest sellers, so proceed with caution.)
Features & details
Hand-forged of recycled iron by master blacksmiths in Togo; stick included
6in tall low bell, 10in tall; May have plain metal handle, or wood handle; no selection available
Bright, sustained tones sing out over the ensemble; two distinct tones with no specific tuning
Hand crafted in Africa by village cultural artisans supported by the non-profit Africa Heartwood Project
Product information
Item Weight 1 pounds
Product Dimensions 11 x 4 x 4 inches
Item model number GANM
Customer Reviews 3.8 out of 5 stars 13Reviews
Best Sellers Rank #78,890 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
#2,371 in Hand Percussion Instruments
Date First Available August 17, 2010
Material Type Recycled Iron