The instrument is used in addition with traditional Ewe drumming . It is called axatse (pronounced ah-hah-chay).
The axatse is a rattle-like instrument made from a hollowed-out gourd covered with a net of seeds or beads.
The axatse is usually played sitting down. It is held at the handle and in the players strong hand and is shaken up hitting the
hand and down hitting the thigh making two different sounds. Overall it gives energy to the music and drives the music.
The axatse produces a dry ratting but energetic sound
Acquisition area: Lomé_ Togo
Sizes: L x Dia in cm: 18,5 x 12
Background picture: Togo lake edge
