The didgeridoo(Yidaki or Didjeridou) is a unique and fascinating wind instrument belonging to the Aborigines of Australia. It is generally made from eucalyptus trees which have been hollowed out by termites. They are then skillfully painted by the Aborigines or left as a plain piece of wood. The exact origin of the didgeridoo is not known but archaeologists believe it came into existence around 5000 and 70000 years ago, and possibly earlier. The word Didjeridou means 'bass pipe' , which is the best description of its sound - a monotone humming.
The didgeridoo does not so much carry the melody, but rather creates a bass and rhythm in accompaniment with ceremonial meetings and night dances, known as Korrorboris.
The didgeridoos are distinguished by their optics - painted or plain - or by tone - Concert class medium, concert class low, 1st and 2nd Class (The quality is in descending order)
Didgeridoo plain ca. 1,35m 1st Class EURO 198,-
Didgeridoo plain ca. 1,35m 2nd Class EURO 169,-
Didgeridoo plain ca. 1,35m Concert Class low EURO 279,-
Didgeridoo plain ca. 1,35m Concert Class med EURO 349,-
Didgeridoo painted ca. 1,35m 1st Class EURO 346,-
Didgeridoo painted ca. 1,35m 2nd Class EURO 295,-
Didgeridoo painted ca. 1,35m Concert Class low EURO 394,-
Didgeridoo painted ca. 1,35m Concert Class med EURO 455,-
Didgeridoo bag coulored EURO 28,-
Beeswax for Didgeridoo EURO 5,50
Bullroarer
The Bullroarer is a spatula shaped piece of wood and is swung in the air by a rope. Although it does not create a recognised musical or rhythmic sound, the tone can be changed by altering the speed of the swing. The roaring-howling-whirling sounds are symbolic of the rumbling storm clouds, or a call to the Gods and fellow tribesmen. The Aborigines use the Bullroarer as a form of comunication.