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PINCULLO
Pincullo The channel has Pinkillo or insufflation, the size of the instrument varies between 30 and 40 cm long, has six holes for their implementation. Its structure is similar to Quena, but the top opening carries a nozzle similar to the flute. It has 7 holes and runs in an almost vertical. At the top leads to harmonize other openings, one of the most complete musical instruments and performs functions similar to those of quenas.
Construcction:
Flute mouthpiece channel consists of a rod whose upper end is cut to form a bevel on the mouth, with a small block of wood or wax is placed inside it to form the channel.
History and functionality:
It runs in the religious festivities of the Virgin of the Peñas de Livilcar and in Tirana, the instrumental bands of the brotherhoods and dancers use Quenas Pincullos larger than common.
Source:
Instrument from the Andean Quechua and Aymara cultures.
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