The begena is characterized by a very specific buzzing sound, due to U-shaped leather pieces placed between each string and the bridge. The thong for each string is adjusted up or down along the …

What is the Begena? The Begena is a large, ten-stringed lyre that produces deep, resonant tones, often used in spiritual and meditative music.

Mar 7, 2025 · One of Ethiopia ’s oldest instruments, the begena was once reserved for the elite — and effectively banned during the Marxist Derg regime between 1974 and 1991. But it is experiencing a...

The begena, (am|በገና) is a ten-stringed box- lyre instrument from Ethiopia, and is the sole melodic instrument devoted only to the zema, the spiritual part of Ethiopian music.

The begena is the oldest of Ethiopia's musical instruments, and is a direct descendant of the harp played by King David. According to oral tradition, Menelik I brought the instrument from Israel, where …

Jul 1, 2025 · The Begena is a spiritual weapon that demands care and caution. It is like a beloved and wise grandfather, just like you respect and care for your beloved grandfather and learn from their …

The Begena is a traditional Ethiopian stringed instrument known for its deep, meditative sound. It is often associated with spiritual and religious contexts, particularly in Ethiopian Orthodox Christian practices.