A Palakupakan (sometimes called a Clapper) is an idiophone type of concussion instrument common among the Sulu and Cordillera people. It measures 25 cm in length and is usually made of wood, bamboo, coconut shell, or sea shell.
The palakupakan is a traditional musical instrument from the Philippines, often associated with indigenous communities. It typically consists of a series of bamboo tubes of varying lengths, which are struck to produce sound. The instrument is known for its unique, resonant tones and is often used in cultural performances and rituals. Visually, the palakupakan features a simple yet elegant design, showcasing the natural beauty of bamboo.
Palakupakan: This is a wooden clapper style instrument. Two pieces of wood are hinges together to make a percussion style sound.Batungtung: This is a type of hollow woody drum made from a large piece of bamboo. Instead of having a skin, the side of the bamboo is played against.Subing: A subing is a jaw harp made from bamboo. It is tuned with pieces of wax, and can reach a high pitched sound.Lantoy: These bamboo flutes vary in size, and are played with either the nose or the mouth.Tipanu: A tipanu is a six holed flute.Gitara: This is what most of us know as a guitar.
1. Cuyunon Musical Instruments*Batungtung*Palakupakan*Subing*Lantoy2. Tagbuana Musical Instruments*Gimbal*Tipanu*Aruding*Beberek3. Palaw'an Musical Instruments*Gimbal*Babandil*Agong4. Tipanu Musical Instruments*Redoblante*Bombo