Sacred Bwiti Harp (Ngombi) – Music & Interview in a Gabonese Village

Filmed in our ancestral Bwiti village in Gabon, this rare interview features our master harpist sharing sacred Ngombi music, the harp of the Fang Bwiti tradition, along with the spiritual meaning behind the instrument. For the Bwiti people, the Ngombi is a powerful spirit that carries the voice of the ancestors, guiding initiates during Iboga ceremonies. In this video, first, 10 minutes of an interview with Edzo, Bwiti harpist. This is followed by traditional Bwiti harp music and an explanation of the songs. Then, we discuss the origins of the Ngombi, its role in healing and ceremony, and the deeper teachings of the Bwiti tradition. visit bwitiroots.org to learn more about our work protecting Bwiti culture, planting Iboga, and honouring our tradition. . . . . . . . . bwiti harp, ngombi, gabon music, fang bwiti, iboga music, african harp, traditional gabonese music