YORUBA TALKING DRUMS Yoruba talking drums, known as "dùndún," are a unique and important aspect of the Yoruba culture in Nigeria. These drums are called "talking drums" because they can mimic the tonal and rhythmic patterns of spoken language, particularly the Yoruba language, which is tonal in nature. ### Key Features: - **Shape:** The dùndún is hourglass-shaped with leather tension cords that run between its two drumheads. By squeezing or loosening these cords, the drummer can change the pitch