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Ogene, Foremost Musical Instrument in Igboland

Ogene is the most important piece of metal instrument in Igbo music.  Ogene was originally made from bronze, but are now made from common metals in recent years.  Modern Ogene made from metal is lighter compared to earlier designs from bronze.  Ogene is shaped like elongated bell that comes in single or double.  It is hit by a stick …

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