Sybyzgy Explained

Sybyzgy
Background:Sybyzǵy (made of copper)
Classification:
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Range:With all openings 340 – 400 Hz, With all closed 210 – 230 Hz.

The sybyzgy (Kirghiz; Kyrgyz: сыбызгы, sybyzǵy) is a Kyrgyz sideblown flute traditionally played by shepherds and horse herders, made from apricot wood or the wood of mountain bushes. Length 600–650 mm. The sybyzgy sound scale is estimated from 4 to 6 holes.On the territory of Kyrgyzstan, there are two types of sybyzgy associated with different performing traditions. The eastern sybyzgy has a conical shape, shorter and smaller in diameter, and the western variety is larger and longer.[1]

The sybyzgy is an important instrument to the Kyrgyz people.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2015-03-05 . Sybyzgy. . 2022-11-14 . silkadv.com . ru.