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Rainstick

Rain-sticks are ceremonial musical instruments that were 'played' in the belief that they could bring about rainstorms. This one has been made with two sections of bamboo, tied together and filled with seeds that mimic the sound of rain.

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    The McManus
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    India?
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  • Materials:Bamboo
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  • Repository:The McManus