Meaning of nyatiti | Babel Free

Definitions

A traditional type of lyre with eight strings, used by the Luo people of Kenya.

Examples

“The premier Luo musical instrument is the nyatiti, a lyre of eight strings converging inside a hide resonator, all housed in a trapezoid wooden frame.”

“Recently, some nyatiti performers have collaborated with guitarists in beautiful combined productions.”

“A quiet, largely acoustic CD with beautiful melodies and captivating rhythms that starts with nyatiti, praise songs and local rhythms.”

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