What is the musical instrument
Zimbabwe’s national instrument, the mbira, is being celebrated by Google Doodle as part of Zimbabwe’s Culture Week Google Doodle
It is the instrument of zimbabve call "mibra"which was used today for music by change of time the instruments shape changes but doesnot change its sound
why are Google celebrating it with a Doodle?
Google is celebrating Zimbabwe’s national instrument the mbira as part of Zimbabwe’s Culture Week, with an interactive video that allows anyone to try their hand at the unique instrument.
The mbira has been played for over 1,000 years and plays an integral role in the traditions and cultural identity of Zimbabwe’s Shona people.
The instrument, which originated in South America, is made up of a handheld hardwood soundboard, called the gwariva and has a series of thin metal keys fived on its surface
It is played by plucking the metal keys between the thumbs and forefinger, and as a result, is sometimes referred to as the 'thumb piano
Materials such as bottle caps or beads can be attached to the instrument to create its signature buzzing sound.
The mbira remains a vital cultural emblem of the community as it is often played in a variety of Shona ceremonies.
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