Players, makers, and listeners have long made strong connections between the flute and concepts of identity and tradition. The kōauau and pūtōrino are both highly esteemed Māori instruments associated with Hineraukatauri, the Māori goddess of instruments. The pūtōrino resembles the case moth cocoon that she resides in, and the kōauau is thought to replicate the sound of an empty cocoon. We welcomed Māori instrument specialist Horomona Horo to help demonstrate the sounds of these two flutes. Lear
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Players, makers, and listeners have long made strong connections between the flute and concepts of identity and tradition. The kōauau and pūtōrino are both highly esteemed Māori instruments associated with Hineraukatauri, the Māori goddess of instruments. The pūtōrino resembles the case moth cocoon that she resides in, and the kōauau is thought to replicate the sound of an empty cocoon. We welcomed Māori instrument specialist Horomona Horo to help demonstrate the sounds of these two flutes. Lear
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