The cajon is an instrument which was first built by african slaves. Today, it is more sophisticated, with the capacity to change tones. It is a resonance/percussion box. The musician strikes one side of the box.
The cajon is played sitting on the instrument or standing up, the cajon held between the legs, depending on the style of music.
The original cajon players, though they were slaves, were free musically; playing this instrument was a way for them to maintain their culture.
IDEA: Why not make your own cajon?! It's cheap and easy to fabricate, and you can then have hours of fun with your friends!
Article by Florent Bourgain
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