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ngombi

musical instrument
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The term "ngombi" refers to a type of harp found in Africa, specifically in Gabon. It is classified as a chordophone, meaning it produces sound from strings. African harps, including the ngombi, are typically "open harps" as they have a neck and resonator but lack a supporting pillar to form a triangle. These instruments are part of the vast array of musical instruments across Africa, which include percussion, wind, and various stringed instruments. Musical instruments in African societies serve diverse roles, from entertainment and ceremonial activities to religious rituals.12345

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  1. African music - Harp lutes
  2. African music - Harps
  3. African music - Membranophones
  4. Ngbandi
  5. African music - Flutes
  6. mbulu-ngulu
  7. African music - Xylophones
  8. mbira

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