Drumkit Rara – Traditional Haitian Roots & Percussion Samples

Instruments

Tambour: The tambour is an essential element of Haitian roots music. There are several different types of tambours, each with a unique sound and role in the music. The tambour petwo is used in Vodou ceremonies, while the tambour rada is used for more festive ceremonies.

Bambou: The bambou is a hollow wooden percussion instrument that produces a distinctive sound. It is often used in roots music to create complex rhythms and hypnotic grooves.

Grage: The grage is a metal percussion instrument that produces a sharp, cutting sound. It is often used to create fast and energetic rhythms in roots music.

Maracas: Maracas are shell-shaped percussion instruments filled with small beads that produce a dry, precise sound. They are often used to add texture and color to roots music.

Kòne: The kòne is a wind instrument shaped like a horn that produces a loud, powerful sound. It is often used to bring energy and excitement to roots music.

Ti bwa: The ti bwa is a set of wooden sticks of different sizes used to create rhythmic melodies and counterpoint patterns in roots music.