What is the Hmong Flute instrument? DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE The Hmong flute is made of bamboo and a brass reed. The Hmong flute consists of a narrow bamboo tube with six finger holes in the front at the lower end and one open curve at the top end. The mouth is curved where the brass reed […]
Instruments
What Is the Hmong Free-Reed Pipe Instrument?
What is the Hmong Free-Reed Pipe instrument? DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE The Hmong Free Reed Pipe is made with bamboo, cane, and a brass reed. The Hmong Free Reed Pipe instrument consists of a narrow bamboo tube with six finger holes in the front and one in the back, which produce melodies. A brass reed is […]
What Is the Hmong Two-String Violin Instrument?
What is the Hmong Two-String Violin instrument? DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE OF THE TWO-STRING VIOLIN The Hmong Two-String Violin is made from wood, coconut shells, plastic, wire, string, and horsehair. This instrument has a long neck and possesses two-strings with a drum-like chamber that is played with a violin-like bow. The strings are suspended between the […]
What Is the Ncas Instrument?
What is the Ncas instrument? DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE OF THE NCAS The Ncas is made with brass, a bamboo case, and string. The “Ncas” or mouth harp is traditionally used by the Hmong in courtship and played either by young men or women. Clever couples can use the instrument as a private form of communication. […]
