Balafon

GPTKB entity

Statements (63)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:musician
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mandinka
gptkbp:associated_with Griot tradition
gptkbp:collaborations gptkb:singer
Other instruments
gptkbp:composed_of gptkb:museum
Various woods
gptkbp:created_by gptkb:Businessman
gptkbp:cultural_significance Ceremonial music
gptkbp:features Resonators
gptkbp:has Bars
gptkbp:has_history Ancient origins
gptkbp:has_style Percussion instrument
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Balafon
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:rally
Spiritual rituals
gptkbp:is_considered gptkb:artwork
Symbol of community
Heritage instrument
Traditional instrument
gptkbp:is_featured_in gptkb:Documentaries
gptkbp:is_found_in gptkb:Cultural_events
gptkbp:is_influenced_by Regional styles
gptkbp:is_known_for Melodic patterns
gptkbp:is_often_associated_with gptkb:Drums
gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as Live performances
gptkbp:is_often_used_in gptkb:Festivals
Public spaces
Weddings
African folklore
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:organization
Music education
Orchestras
Music festivals
Cultural heritage initiatives
African music culture
gptkbp:is_played_by gptkb:musician
Schools
Ensembles
Striking with mallets
Ensemble groups
Two mallets
gptkbp:is_popular_in gptkb:Mali
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:archaeological_site
gptkbp:is_recognized_for Artistic expression
gptkbp:is_similar_to Xylophone
Marimba
gptkbp:is_used_for gptkb:musical
gptkbp:is_used_in Cultural preservation
Dance music
Educational programs
Religious ceremonies
Community gatherings
Cultural expressions
gptkbp:known_for Rich sound
gptkbp:origin West Africa
gptkbp:size gptkb:Varies
gptkbp:training Music schools
gptkbp:tuning Pentatonic scale
Specific pitches
gptkbp:used_in Storytelling
Traditional music