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Catalog > Wind Instruments > Exotic updated January 24, 2008

Didjeridu

    Aboriginal wind instruments of Australia, which have recently enjoyed a surge of popularity. Traditionally made from a hollowed-out eucalyptus log, but modern ones are from other woods, and even PVC plastic. Players use circular breathing for a continuous drone.

    Article: Didj Basic Tutorial

    Plastic Didgeridoos -- We carry handpainted plastic didgeridoos from local artisan Karl Kalbaugh, as well as various other models. (see photo for examples) Please contact us for current selection. Prices range from $40-$60.

    Wooden Didgeridoos -- Selection varies. Unpainted eucalyptus wood from $150, authentic aboriginal handpainted eucalyptus wood $200-$350. Contact us for current selection.

Andean Quena

    Bolivian notched endblown flute, somewhat similar to Japanese Shakuhachi. Typically made with a thumbhole and 6 fingerholes.
    Economy cane with multicolored string wrap -- $30.00

    Student model, high quality cane flute -- $45.00

    Professional model, high quality cane flute -- $70.00

Indian Shenai

    Wooden body, metal bell. Various sizes, models and prices. Please contact us for stock availability and prices.

Tibetan Horn

    Decorated brass and other metals, in several telescoping sections. Fancy designs on bell and joints. Telescopes out to full length, or down for easy transport and storage. -- $95.00

Shakuhachi

shakuhachi
    After years of research, ZEN-ON has succeeded in manufacturing this fine quality shakuhachi, made of selected maple wood instead of conventional bamboo. The use of wood makes it possible to get the most acoustically ideal bore without being subject to the shape of natural material, bamboo. Supreme technical skill for wooden instruments such as recorders brings this fine KOCHIKU shakuhachi with a rich tone and superb balance in all registers.

    All models have simulated bamboo styling, and come with mouthpiece cap and cloth bag. These KOCHIKU shakuhachi carry the guarantee of well-known shakuhachi players Katsuya Yokoyama and Hozan Yamamoto, from two major schools, Kinko-Ryu and Tozan-Ryu.

    Standard Models:
      10-K16-5 -- Shorter length, 5 tone holes. Includes mouthpiece, cap & cloth bag

      10-K18-5 -- Standard length, 5 tone holes. Includes mouthpiece, cap & cloth bag

      10-K18-7 -- Standard length, 7 tone holes. Includes mouthpiece, cap & cloth bag
      $320.00

Ocarinas

    Vessel flutes of South and Central American origin. Can be any shape: round, oblong, and animal shapes are popular. Traditionally made of clay, these haunting flutes can be found today also in wood, ceramic, and various types of plastic. Available in pentatonic, diatonic and chromatic versions.

    Ceramic Frog Ocarina from Costa Rica
    Two people can play at once! Play the frog end with 4 holes, and your buddy can play the base end with 4 more holes. (photo)
    $39.50


    Sweet Potato Ocarina, red or blue plastic Alto in C
    Suitable for children. 7 fingerholes. -- $5.00 Quantity:
    Susato "Papageno" or "Nightingale" Ocarina
    The Nightingale is shield-shaped, the Papageno is rectangular. ABS plastic pendant mini ocarina with cord, 5 fingerholes, plays a full diatonic scale, one octave plus one note. Includes instructions, fingering chart. Black, brown, royal blue, red, burgundy, or orange.
      $5.65 Quantity:

    Blue Ceramic Ocarinas
    Glazed Clay, six finger holes, over 1 octave of tones, leather necklace included. Made in Pakistan.

    Blue Ceramic Ocarina in D, 3 x 1.5 inches: $13.00

    Blue Ceramic Ocarina in G, 4 x 3.5 inches: $16.50

    J.C. Hind Ocarinas
    Beautiful hand-finished hardwood ocarinas with lovely warm tone. 8 fingerholes, 2 thumbholes, 10-note range.
    Bb Alto, Double alto, F Tenor, Double Tenor and C Bass ocarinas come with a cloth carrying case and fingering chart. The Junior and Soprano ocarinas can be worn around the neck. These make great gifts! Please contact us for availability.

      Junior (diatonic, key of C) -- $23.00
      Junior (key of C) -- $27.00
      Soprano (key of G) -- $34.00
      Alto (key of B flat) -- $49.00
      Tenor (key of F) -- $59.00
      Bass (key of C) -- $75.00


    Traditional Round Clay Ocarinas from South America
    Fired in colorful native geometric designs. 8 fingerholes. -- $6.00 Our stock varies, so please contact us.