Black Bamboo Detachable Bawu Pipe Ba Wu Flute +Case#102

Black Bamboo Detachable Bawu Pipe Ba Wu Flute +Case#102
by Interact China
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1 Used! | New! from $69.85 (as of 03/15/2013 20:54 PST)

Bamboo Clarinets

Original Yunnan Ethnic Dai Tribe Bawu

Bawu is a transverse blown free reed pipe originated from ethnic Dai tribe of Southwest China. It is traditionally played by ethnic minority groups in the region, but now its influence has spread across China with its evocative sound associated widely with Chinese culture.

Bawu resembles a transverse flute in construction, except for the insertion of a small reed into the blow-hole. The player needs to cover the reed entirely with their mouth and apply substantial air pressure to maintain the vibration of the reed. It has a pure, clarinet-like timbre, and is quite a haunting instrument when played.

In recent years, the rich, mellow tone of bawu has become a favorite with composers of film soundtracks (heavily featured in the film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", an Oscar Winner for Best Music, Original Score, 2000). Meanwhile, the development of advanced bawu models, such as dual pipes bawu and vertical bawu, has flourished its range and varieties, taking this very traditional instrument into a new height.


* Item #: YNDABW102
* Pipes: Black Bamboo in G Key
* Condition: All Brand New; Tuned, Tested, All Set - Ready to Play
* Performance: Ideal for learner / regular player; professional tuning included guaranteeing the right key and tone

Plus a free English Learning Guide & Maintenance Tips + Fingering Chart to get you ready to play in 30 minutes!


Other Keys Available Upon Request: C, D Min, F Min, Bb, A, F, D Major, Eb, Bb Major, and C Major. Additional fee of $ 15 and 10 - 15 days for custom tuning
Personalize Your Bawu: engrave a Dragon or a Name by our experienced crafter - optional for $ 15

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** THIS IS AN ORIGINAL YUNNAN BAWU TONED AND CARVED BY GENUINE BAWU MASTER **

• Rank: #34052 in Musical Instruments
• Brand: Interact China

• Detachable pipes for cleaning and reed adjustment
• Quality Velvet-Lined Hard Case with Shoulder Strap; Ornamental Chinese Knot Included
• For Ebony or Sandalwood Bawu, look for Interact China #103 - #104 Models
• For Ebony or Sandalwood Vertical Bawu, look for Interact China #105 - #106 Models
• For Ebony or Sandalwood Dual Pipes Bawu, look for Interact China #107 - #108 Models

Description #1 by eCrater - interactchina:

***** PRIORITY HANDLING ~ item ship within 24 HOURS (for G Key) ***** Key Features: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Detachable pipes for cleaning and reed adjustment * Quality Velvet-Lined Hard Case with Shoulder Strap; Ornamental Chinese Knot Included * For Ebony or Sandalwood Bawu, look for Interact China #103 - #104 Models * For Ebony or Sandalwood Vertical Bawu, look for Interact China #105 - #106 Models * For Ebony or Sandalwood Dual Pipes Bawu, look for Interact China #107 - #108 Models ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Original Yunnan Ethnic Dai Tribe Bawu Bawu is a transverse blown free reed pipe originated from ethnic Dai tribe of Southwest China. It is traditionally played by ethnic minority groups in the region, but now its influence has spread across China with its evocative sound associated widely with Chinese culture. Bawu resembles a transverse flute in construction, except for the insertion of a small reed into the blow-hole. The player needs to cover the reed entirely with their mouth and apply substantial air pressure to maintain the vibration of the reed. It has a pure, clarinet-like timbre, and is quite a haunting instrument when played. In recent years, the rich, mellow tone of bawu has become a favorite with composers of film soundtracks (heavily featured in the film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, an Oscar Winner for Best Music, Original Score, 2000). Meanwhile, the development of advanced bawu models, such as dual pipes bawu and vertical bawu, has flourished its range and varieties, taking this very traditional instrument into a new height. * Item #: YNDABW102 * Pipes: Black Bamboo * Available Keys: C, D Minor, F Minor, Bb, A, G, F, D Major, Eb, Bb Major, and C Major ( will deliver G key if not specified; for other keys, add US $15 and require approx. 10 - 15 days for custom tuning.) * Condition: All Brand New; Tuned, Tested, All Set " Ready to Play * Performance: Ideal for learner / regular player; professional tuning included guaranteeing the right key and tone Additional Features: * Detachable pipes for cleaning and reed adjustment * Quality velvet-lined hard case with shoulder strap included * Ornamental Chinese knot included Plus a free English Learning Guide & Maintenance Tips + Fingering Chart to get you ready to play in 30 minutes! Personalize Your Bawu: engrave a Dragon or a Name by our experienced crafter ~ optional for $15 *** THIS IS AN ORIGINAL YUNNAN BAWU TONED AND CARVED BY GENUINE BAWU MASTER, NOT A FACTORY REPRODUCTION *** ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ~ Browse Interact China for over 30 models in Hulsui, Bawu and Uyghur musical instruments ~ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------