Didgeridoo
OriginAustralia
Year1500 BC
FamilyWind
About the Didgeridoo
The worlds oldest wind instrument at over 3,500 years. Made from a termite-hollowed eucalyptus branch. Circular breathing is essential for continuous play. The drone pitch is determined by the tube length. Traditional instruments are decorated with ochre paintings. The circular breathing technique takes months to master.
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