Briefly describe the characteristics of African music.

A: First of all, the rhythm of African music is particularly important.

Secondly, Africans prefer percussion instruments, and drums and Malimba are the most used instruments in Africa.

Third, the most common singing method in Africa is echo singing, that is, one person leads the singing, everyone answers, or takes turns singing.

Fourth, there are many special types of scales in Africa, usually seven tones and occasionally five tones.

Fifth, in most cases, African music and dance are closely combined.