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South
American
Siku |
Often mistaken for the European
pan-flute, the Siku (see-ku) is native to the areas surrounding Lake
Titicaca between the countries of Peru and Bolivia. Made from reeds,
the Siku is tuned diatonically in the Key of G MAJOR, and consists of
two separate halves, with the musical scale divided between both halves.
Traditionally, the Siku is always played between two musicians, with
each player taking one half of the instrument. The melody is thus woven
back and forth between the two players. In order for one to play alone
the two halves must be held together. Sikus vary greatly in size, ranging
from reeds of less than an inch to reeds measuring over four feet. |
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