Instruments
The Badema employs traditional Malian instruments within the modern context. Even though its base lies with traditional rock instruments such as keyboards, guitars, and drums, the following instruments are employed by the Badema:
- Djembé
- Kamalen N’Goni
- Tamani (Talking drum)
- Soku (One-stringed violin)
- Balafon
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