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The porotiti is a disc, often beautifully shaped and ornamented, which can be spun on twin cords to create a mysterious humming accompaniment to singing or other music. These examples are made from wood, pounamu (greenstone) and bone. Listen to the porotiti being played.
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by Brian Flintoff
Sound courtesy of Richard Nunns and Bob BickertonThis item has been provided for private study purposes (such as school projects, family and local history research) and any published reproduction (print or electronic) may infringe copyright law. It is the responsibility of the user of any material to obtain clearance from the copyright holder.