The balafon – a true gem of West African music! 🎶 In the hands of Ladioski Officiel, this timeless instrument, with its wooden blades and amplified by gourds, brings a bright, peaceful serenade to our ears. Just can't get enough of it. Thanks to @mali_paw_b_di for sharing with us. #Balafon #WestAfricanMusic #LadioskiOfficie | African Drumming

148K views · 5.2K reactions | Balafon Bliss in Ghana  The Balafon is a Manding name, but variations exist across West Africa, including the Balangi (Sierra Leone), Gyil (Dagara), Lobi and Gurunsi (Ghana, Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire)  #balafon #ghanamusic #percussion #africandrumming | African Drumming | Facebook

C'est le balafon seul qui aimait Fati | Siriki Bobodiouf

41 reactions |  Check out this performance from a balafon class at Ecole de Musique de Kirina in Mali. The balafon, a beautifully tuned West African percussion instrument, has a rich history dating back to the Malian Empire in the 12th century. As the ancestor of the marimba, xylophone, and vibraphone, it holds a special place in the musical heritage of Mali. | Playing For Change Foundation | Facebook