Rattan Cylinder Shaker with Calabash Lid, Size S

Code: 589026 Shaker - Maracas

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Product description

A rattan shaker in a cylindrical shape with a calabash lid, size S.

Product Specifications:
Dimensions: height 7 cm, diameter 4 cm
Material: rattan, calabash
Weight: 0.05 kg

Detailed Information:
Calabash is a gourd plant (Lagenaria siceraria), which produces fruits of various shapes, used as containers, musical instruments or decorative items. The dried fruit of this plant, which is hollowed out and treated for practical and artistic purposes.

The rattan shaker is a percussion instrument that belongs to the traditional musical instruments of many African cultures. Its construction is simple, but effective. The basis is a sturdy wicker body made of rattan, which is hollow and filled with small objects such as glass, plastic or natural beads. These small particles are loosely stored inside, allowing for the creation of characteristic sounds.

The shaker is used in two main ways of playing:
Hand shaking: By moving the hands, the contents inside quickly shift, creating a gentle and rhythmic sound that resembles rustling or pouring.
Hitting the shaker on the surface: When the shaker is hit on a hard surface, the beads are set in more violent motion, intensifying the intensity and character of the sound.

Origin and use:
The African roots of the shaker are associated with rich cultural and musical traditions. It was used not only for musical purposes, but often also as an accompanying instrument in rituals, dances, or as a means of communication with the spiritual world. African communities appreciate the simplicity and natural materials from which the shaker is made.


Country of Origin

Bali.



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