Bata Drums

Bata Drums

Even though the bata drum was once the sacred musical instrument solely used in religious ceremonies, the musicians today have succeeded to incorporate it in various contemporary music styles. Bata is a set of three drums where each of it has a specific name. Iyá, the largest drum creates the deepest tones. The second drum is named Itótele and the third is known as Okónkolo. Each of them has specific features. Simba Craftware offers the highest quality bata drums to the musicians interested in native African instruments. These are suitable for diverse music styles even though it is continued to be used as sacred drums at Africa.