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« on: July 07, 2005, 08:45 AM »
I am trying to figure out the name of this pecussion instrument and i will do my best here to explain what it is.

The instrument is a pitch changing instrument that seems to be created by the rubbing of the surface of the drum. I have only heard the intrument in recordings like Paul Simons Graceland Album.

I hope someone can help me figure this mystery out. THanks!
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« Reply #1 on: July 07, 2005, 09:00 AM »
cuica--

http://www.congaplace.com/instrument/cuica/

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« Reply #2 on: July 07, 2005, 09:11 AM »
Wow! Quick response. Seems to be what i am looking for. Thanks
Does anyone here any knowledge about playing the Cuica?
Any recomendations as far as purchasing a Cuica, what to look for, what brands?
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« Reply #3 on: August 01, 2005, 08:16 PM »
Quote from: feebuds on July 07, 2005, 09:11 AM
Wow! Quick response. Seems to be what i am looking for. Thanks
Does anyone here any knowledge about playing the Cuica?
Any recomendations as far as purchasing a Cuica, what to look for, what brands?

Go to a major music site. Search under LP, Toca, Meinl, Remo, Mountain Rhythm, and all other percussion brands. If that doesn't help, go to a store and look in person, or special order one if possible. If no luck, search for it on google. Good luck.
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« Reply #4 on: August 02, 2005, 04:52 AM »
Oh, I thought it's name was Larry.  Tongue
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« Reply #5 on: September 10, 2005, 01:22 AM »
Maybe someone has already answered you, but it's called a cuica, that's in Brazilian Portuguese. There's a stick attached to the head, which you rub with a damp cloth while pressing the head to change pitch.
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