karike
Karike, also known as African thumb pianos or lamellophones, are a family of musical instruments belonging to the idiophone category. They are typically made from a wooden board or box resonator with staggered metal or bamboo keys attached. Each key is a lamella, a thin strip that vibrates when plucked. The pitch of each note is determined by the length and thickness of the lamella.
The origins of karike are deeply rooted in Africa, with variations found across many cultures and regions.
The sound produced by a karike is often described as ethereal, resonant, and bell-like. They are played
Karike have gained international popularity and are now found in various musical genres beyond traditional African