Caxixi - Kiss Kass Shakers (Pair)

Description Hand woven from elephant grass in Northern Ghana. Versatile & vibrant, these fun shakers are great all-round percussion which produce a range of sounds. Suited to solo exploration and ensemble accompaniment. Hand woven in the Bolgatanga region of Northern Ghana from elephant reed harvested from rich flood plains. Using the same technique as the famous Bolga baskets, these hand percussion instruments are traditionally played along side drummers and were thought to ward off evil spirits. Traditionally named Caxixi (ca-she-she), they are usually played in pairs. Please note that as these are handmade no two Kiss Kass shakers are identical. Pictures are provided for reference; colours vary A great percussion instrument for the little aspiring musician or makes a lovely decor piece at home. Large: 9cm x 9cm x 20cm Made in: Ghana, Africa