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National Museum of Music (Burkina Faso)
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The National Museum of Music in Ouagadougou offers an immersive journey into Burkina Faso's musical traditions. Housed in a modern building, the museum displays a vast collection of traditional instruments, including balafons, kora harps, and djembe drums, each accompanied by explanations of their cultural significance. Interactive exhibits allow visitors to hear the sounds of these instruments. The museum also highlights the role of music in ceremonies, storytelling, and daily life across Burkina Faso's diverse ethnic groups.
Don't miss
- See the extensive collection of balafons from different regions.
- Listen to recordings of traditional songs and instrumental pieces.
- Learn about the social and spiritual roles of music in Burkinabe culture.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit National Museum of Music (Burkina Faso)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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