Called Balafon, Balaphone, Bala, Balo, and Balanyi by various Mande peoples (Mandinka, Maninka, Susu, Bamanan, etc.), the 21-key heptatonic xylophone has been an object of fascination with me for several years. I would like to learn to play the instrument, but feel that my practice approach needs tweaking. This blog will document my observations, insights, and progress as I attempt to troubleshoot my practice approach and hopefully, learn to play the Mande bala.
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