multi-instrument
Some players will sing or play other instruments at the same time as asalato.
voice
Asalato players in both West Africa and Brazil often sing and play.
Carol Bahiense - Asalatribe
percussion
The asalato can be played in one hand, with other hands free to play other percussion. Here, the player is playing a synth keyboard, finger cymbals, and handpan (as well as a didgeridoo).
Waagal - Humans' Journey
Shohei Kudo - my favorite things
The asalato is being used with object knocks in order to play a melody on vibraphone.