Gong, Metal

Dewuro Leaf Caller

West Africa
Ghanaian

Iron
c. Mid 20th century

This Dewuro Leaf caller has a beater stick called apitua. It is found through out West Africa and in Togo is called "Atoke." The rod is struck along the rim of the elongated leaf shaped instrument, providing a rhythmic backdrop for vocal melodies.

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