West Africa possesses diverse people with diverse musical traditions. Their songs are depicted by two or more rhythms, known as polyrhythm, formed by layers of distinct rhythms on top of each other using musical instruments like shakers, rattles, and tambourines, cymbals, sticks, and drum. Take this quiz to test your knowledge and identify the correct musician by viewing the image.
Oumou Sangere
Anjelique Kidjo
Youssou N Dour
Fela Kuti
Bamako
Accra
Nouakchott
Dakar
Senegal
Mali
Benin
Nigeria
Mali
Senegal
Benin
Niger
Fela Kuti
Anjelique Kidjo
Youssou N Dour
King Sunny Ade
10
7
14
15
Sabar
Djembe
Talking drum
Bass
Djembe
Sabar
Taling Drum
Leadbelly
Keb' Mo'
Big Bill Broonzy
Odetta
Lou Rawls
Bobby Womack
Curtis Mayfield
Sam Cooke
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