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| String instrument | |
|---|---|
| Other names | enanga, ennanga, ikivuvu, indimbagazo |
| Classification | trough zither |
| Hornbostel–Sachs classification | 315.1 (without resonator) or 315.2 (with resonator)[1] (Trough zithers. Instruments in which strings are stretched across the mouth of a trough.) |
| Developed | Modern examples come from Africa, especially the Great Lakes Region of East Africa. |
The inānga (also known as enanga, ennanga, ikivuvu, and indimbagazo) is a traditional musical instrument played in Burundi, Rwanda, Uganda, and parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It consists of a slightly concave soundboard framed by a thick notched rim which holds strings in place over the board. Ināngas typically have between six and eight strings.[2]
- ^ von Hornbostel, Erich M.; Sachs, Curt (March 1961). "Classification of Musical Instruments: Translated from the Original German by Anthony Baines and Klaus P. Wachsmann". The Galpin Society Journal. 14: 3–29. doi:10.2307/842168. JSTOR 842168.
- ^ "Inanga". music.africamuseum.be. Retrieved 2021-07-16.
...the country has produced some fine inanga talent ...Thomas Kirusu (RIP), Victor Kabarira, Sentore Masamba (RIP), Vianney Mushabizi, Jules Sentore, Joseph Sebatunzi, Daniel Ngarukiye, and Sophie Nzayisenga