In Mali, the lute is an instrument n'goni three or four strings rather répandu.Chez the Fulani, it has three strings and is called GAAC. This instrument, when used in music entertainment, marriage, or tabaski Ramadan, may be accompanied by other instruments, singing and clapping. It is the same for the instrument molaaru monotone, either alone or supported by public during performances gourds, tunbudè, serving tambour.Chez the Soninke, where he has three or four strings, each with their own name and is called Ganbare.