| Mbira is an ancient Zimbabwean musical instrument with a large history and tradition behind it. It has been used in cermonies called bira for hundreds of years. These ceremonies are held to call the sacred spirits of the deceased in Zimbabwe, down to the living people whom are in search of advice and words of wisdom to live and survive by. At these all-night, music-filled, energetic, amazing ceremonies, there are usually 2 or 3 highly respected masters of mbira, playing accompanied by hosho (gourd shakers) and ngoma (drum), as well as clapping, singing, whistling and dancing from the participants. |
