| kOgUI Instruments |
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| The traditional ensemble is formed by the following instruments:- |
| Tambora: double-headed "bombo drum" played with sticks. It marks the bass tones. |
| Tambor alegre: medium size drum, which brings the leading rhythm line, as well as the rhythm variations -important for improvisation. It is held between the legs and played with both hands. |
| Tambor llamador: small size drum, which responds to the tambor alegre by playing the off beat rhythm. It can be played on one knee with one hand. |
| Maracas: hand-held shakers of Indigenous origin, made from gourds filled with seeds or small river stones. They are played in pairs. |
| Guache: metal cylinder filled with seeds or small river stones. |
| Gaita: long vertical native Indian flute, with a head made of beeswax, vegetal coal and a duck feather for the mouthpiece. With five finger holes, it is used for the melody. |
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