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Adjalin

The adjalin is a type of zither native to Benin. It consists of a rectangular form constructed of bamboo branches, tied together with raffia.

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The adjalin is a type of zither native to Benin.1 It consists of a rectangular form constructed of bamboo branches, tied together with raffia.

It is used in the traditional music of Benin, particularly in public festivals and rituals.

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  1. "Instruments de Musique d'Afrique". Instruments du Monde (in French). Retrieved 6 December 2024.