Musique mauritanienne is a traditional music genre from Mauritania that combines elements of West African, Arabic, and Berber music. It is characterized by the use of stringed instruments such as the tidinit and the ardine, as well as percussion instruments like the tbal and the krakebs. The music often features repetitive rhythms and melodic patterns, and is typically accompanied by call-and-response vocals. The lyrics often address social and political issues, as well as themes of love and spirituality.
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