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Music & Fun

Who could imagine an Africa without music? Africans have been beating drums, dancing to guitars and singing to other traditional instruments for generations past. Music is a way to honor the dead, celebrate new life, enjoy the blessings of a new harvest or to express so many other emotions.

Music and singing are a pleasure enjoyed by Africans everywhere. Yet styles of instruments and songs differ dramatically from one part of the continent to another. Africa is a rich in musical diversity. From mbiras played in Zimbabwe to the doringa violin from Ghana... and of course the very well known Djambe of west Africa, Mama is always on the search for new ways to bring you the joy of African music. Whether you are already skilled at a traditional guitar and looking to try out a new instrument to express yourself through, or you are just looking to have a beautiful piece which you can hang and display in that special part of your home; Mama hopes you will find what you are looking for.

Mama also does her best to bring you traditional games and music so that your children can learn how other children entertain themselves. Mama is working hard to find new treasures that you can enjoy with your children, grandchildren, or that favorite neice or nephew. So please keep an eye out for new items.


Music and Fun:
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Also known as Mankala, this Owale game is lots of fun!

Large Owale game

Oware is a traditional game played by children throughout Africa from Eritrea to Senegal. There are holes carved into the "board" and you move your pieces (often seeds or rocks) around until you own the most spaces.
(Rules are furnished)

 

Awale is a game played all over Africa

Travel Owale game

This is a travel version of the Owale game. Many of you may know the game by its more common name, Mankala. With over 750 known ways to play the game, you are sure to never be bored!

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$35.00
       
 

Malabo Music Lovers Basket:

There is no better gift basket for that music lover in your life. Or, why not introduce your friends, children or family to a wonderful mix of African musical artists?

Thanks to this mix of music from across the African continent and even Guadalupe, you'll enjoy a variety which allows you to either sit back and relax or get up and dance. The sweet sounds of African music, some modern and some more traditional will be enjoyed by young and old alike...

  • You'll receive 5 CDs packed in a hand made basket from Uganda.

(Musical selections may vary)

 

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$95.00 SALE: $85.00

 

You can find more fair trade African gift baskets at Mama's Gift Basket stand

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