It is common belief that Africans are very musical. Although a large part of this may be innate, it is the constant exposure to and participation in musical activities that nurtures this natural potential. Pregnant mothers participate in music and dance throughout their pregnancy while babies enjoy a variety of lullabies. They take part in various events, either on their mothers' backs or in the company of other adults. At this stage of development, there is no attempt at directly instructing the baby or child in any musical form. Any child's musical sensibility can be heightened by early exposure to a musical environment. This experience, once instilled, becomes a life long asset.