Cameroon
Cameroon
Cameroon is known as 'Africa in miniature' due to its diverse geography and cultures. The country's music reflects this diversity, from traditional forms to modern genres like makossa and bikutsi.
Cultural Region
Cultural Overview
Cameroon is known as 'Africa in miniature' due to its diverse geography and cultures. The country's music reflects this diversity, from traditional forms to modern genres like makossa and bikutsi.
Fun Fact
Makossa is a popular dance music genre that originated in Cameroon in the 1950s.
Top Genres
Makossa
Bikutsi
Traditional
Contemporary
Highlight Instruments
Makossa
Bikutsi
Traditional Drums
Modern Instruments
Quick Facts
Country
Cameroon
Region
Cameroon
Genres
4 genres
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