Tongatong Explained

A tongatong is a percussion instrument made of various lengths of bamboo, which is found in the Kalinga province of the Philippines.[1] It is played by hitting it against the earth.[1] Traditionally, the tongatong is used by the people of Kalinga to communicate with spirits,[1] particularly as part of healing rituals.[2] In modern times, it is also played recreationally as part of an ensemble.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Gamalinda. Natasha B.. Tongatong. The Varsitarian: The Official Student Publication of the University of Santo Tomas. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20110524003211/http://www.varsitarian.net/literary/tongatong. 2011-05-24.
  2. Book: Maceda, José. Gongs & Bamboo: A Panorama of Philippine Music Instruments. 1998. University of the Philippines Press.

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