About Apala
Apala is a music genre that emerged in Ghana and Nigeria in the 1930s. It is usually classed as a form of Yoruba music and African folk music.
From Wikipedia
Apala (or akpala) is a music genre originally developed by the Yoruba people of Nigeria, during the country's history as a colony of the British Empire. It is a percussion-based style that originated in the late 1930s. The rhythms of apala grew more complex over time and have influenced the likes of Cuban music, whilst gaining popularity in Nigeria. It has grown less religious centered over time.
Apala music is an offshoot of Wéré music. Instruments include a rattle (sekere), thumb piano (agidigbo) and a bell (agogô), as well as two or three talking drums.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Apala.
- ↑ Yoruba music
- ↑ African folk music
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Apala?
Apala is a music genre that emerged in Ghana and Nigeria in the 1930s. It is usually classed as a form of Yoruba music and African folk music.
Where and when did Apala originate?
Apala originated in Ghana and Nigeria in the 1930s.