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The evolution of music in Kenya is a rich and vibrant story that spans several decades. Indeed, traditional Kenyan music is deeply rooted in the diverse indigenous cultures of the country.
Each community within Kenya has its unique musical traditions, instruments, and styles, reflecting their history, beliefs, and social practices. These traditional musical forms include the rhythmic beats of drums, melodic patterns of string instruments like the nyatiti and orutu, and vocal harmonies accompanied by clapping or ululations.
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