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This recording is dedicated to the memory of Mama Sana, the last traditional player of the tubular zither called valiha, which many consider to be the 'national instrument' of Madagascar. Sakalava Menabe is a region located on the central western coast of the island. These recordings were made in 1995 and 1996 by the people who live here, and knew her best.
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