Gong Bells

The Liberty Bell is a classic example of a Maritime Gong Bell, courtesy of the National Park Service

Here’s a beautiful sampling of 5 Celestial Gongs, courtesy of TempleSounds

Originating in Nigeria, the Oghene single or double bells can be used for many styles of music. The Oghene, originally hand forged by some of Nigeria’s most skillful craftsmen, offers a unique, resonant and sustaining metallic bell sound. Can be played with fingers, hand, or sticks.

Checkout the polyrhythms by Opanka on the ogene double bells. Courtesy of Eugene Skeet.