Choose an African percussion instrument to accompany the drums. 
Cow Bell
The Cowbell is made from metal. Various styles exist, with the most common being two joint bells from Ghana.
Held in one hand and played with a stick in the other. Makes a high and a low sound.
Used to decorate and enrich the sound of drumming ensembles and/or to signal the beat.
Shaker (Shekere)
The Shaker (Shekere) is made from a dried gourd and seeds or shells tied in a net over it.
Played by holding the base in one hand and the top of the net in the other and moving them in oppositve directions. Makes a loud shaking, rattling sound.
Used to decorate and enrich the sound of drumming ensembles.