Benta (instrument)

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The benta is a large one-string bamboo zither native to Jamaica. The instrument is an

The instrument is primarily used to accompany Dinki Mini mourning ceremonies in Saint Mary Parish and Portland Parish.^[1]

See also

• Diddley bow, a similar slide-monochord in the United States

References

• "Celebration Of Jamaica's Heritage",
  The Gleaner
  , 8 February 2018. Newspaper article about benta]