Marimba Collection

West Indian Musicians
Marimba boxes feature in popular Calypso bands, Jamaica, West Indies. Date: 1960s

Angola, Africa - Marimba Players
Luanda, Angola, Africa - A local band with seated Marimba players

Natives of the Kingdom of Kongo playing music and dancing
Natives of the Kingdom of Kongo (Congo) playing various musical instruments and dancing. A gourd-resonated xylophone marimba, a drum ngamba, double bell longa, and two percussion scrapers

Central America, Belize, Toledo, Aguacate, a Qeqchi-Maya man playing the marimba. The marimba is a Mayan instrument whose first documentation goes back to the classic period of the Mayan civilization

A marimba from West Africa (engraving)
3655653 A marimba from West Africa (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A marimba from West Africa)

Indien jouant du marimba (engraving)
3645301 Indien jouant du marimba (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indien jouant du marimba. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1864)

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Honduras, Roatan Island, Mahogany Bay, Local musicans playing traditional music on the marimba

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Mexico, Veracruz, Marimba players in the Zocalo

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS. Traditional musical instruments: Takigoto; Yueqin; Yangqin; Pan flute; Tunisian kuitra; West African kasso; Zummarah; Kissar; Nanga; Tamboura; Double saz or baglama; Caribbean

Marimba or Zulu harmonicon of South Africa.. Chromolithograph from an illustration by William Gibb from A.J. Hipkins Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique, Adam and Charles Black, Edinburgh

Regional African music: Zambesi
Musicians perfoming together next to the Zambesi river, Africa. Women with water pots listen to the music of the marimba, sansa and pan pipes

Central american music: the marimba
A barefoot native of Costa Rica plays the marimba, accompanied by guitar. Date: 1887

Regional African music: the marimba
The marimba, or African piano

Marimba
The Zulu Harmonicon (shown in front and rear view) is also known as the Marimba. Each of the ten bars of wood have a gourd attached, which acts as a resonator

Two storey marimba bandstand, El Zocalo (also referred to as the Plaza of March 31st), San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico, North America

Sierra Leone - The Merry Minstrels
A band with marimba players and a drummer - captioned as The Merry Minsterls - Sierra Leone, West Africa Date: circa 1910s

Zulu Marimba
The MARIMBA of the Zulu peoples of South Africa, seen from front and back : it is played with drumsticks. Similar instruments are used in Java, Costa Rica etc. Date: early 20th century

Gambia - Bathurst - Mandingo Musicians
Gambia River - Bathurst - Mandingo Musicians playing with the Ballafong

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Marimba, a captivating musical instrument with roots that span across continents and cultures. From the vibrant sounds of West Indian musicians to the rhythmic beats of Angola in Africa, marimba players have enchanted audiences for centuries. In the Kingdom of Kongo, natives would gather together, playing their marimbas while dancing joyfully. The melodies resonated through the air, creating an atmosphere filled with celebration and unity. Traveling further south to Central America, specifically Belize's Toledo region, we find Aguacate - a Qeqchi-Maya man skillfully playing the marimba. His fingers dance effortlessly across its wooden keys, producing enchanting tunes that transport listeners to another world. Even West Africa has embraced this extraordinary instrument. An engraving showcases a marimba from this region; its intricate design reflects both craftsmanship and cultural significance. Not only is marimba cherished in Africa but also in India as depicted by an engrossed musician passionately playing it. The fusion of traditional Indian music with the melodic tones of the marimba creates a harmonious blend that captivates all who listen. EyeUbiquitous_20104633 and EyeUbiquitous_20104000 capture mesmerizing images showcasing artists immersed in their craft. Their dedication shines through as they pour their hearts into each note played on this beloved instrument. Let us not forget South Africa's contribution to regional African music - Zambesi, and are at the heart of these soul-stirring compositions; their rich resonance adds depth and emotion to every melody created. Central American music owes much of its vibrancy to one key element -the marimba. Its lively rhythms infuse festivals and gatherings with infectious energy that gets everyone moving and grooving. The legacy continues as regional African music embraces the marvelous soundscapes crafted by skilled hands on the marimba. It remains an integral part of celebrations honoring tradition and heritage.