The talking drum also known as "Gan Gan" in the western part of Nigeria is an hourglass-shaped drum , whose sound can be regulated to mimic the tone of human speech. Its body is covered by two skins which are connected by leather strings, which allow the drummer to tweak its pitch by pressing the drum between his arm and body. A skilled drummer is able to play whole melodies and phrases.This can be seen from the dance step of my friend Kemi Fakoya in the admiration of Latunde Ajibola and Kemi Sofowora.
Furthermore, the talking drum was also used as a form of communication in the times of our forefathers.
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