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Held with one hand, usually with the help of an attached rope, a rhythm can be beaten with the free hand. 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A rare combination of exotic Hawaiiana and simplicity in design. The highest quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of three of the most recognizable hula implements, the pu ili are used mostly in pairs and help the dancer keep rhythm to the music. Pu ili are widely used in both ancient (kahiko) and modern (auauna) hulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word of caution. If you live in a dry climate, try to slowly acclimate your pu ili. Dry climates tend to make the bamboo naturally split or crack lengthwise. If you are using your pu ili regularly, it might be good if you tape the handle end with a heavy duty clear tape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Maui. 20 inches long. Sold as a set of 2. Set Diameters may vary between 1\" - 1 1\/2\". If specific diameter is required, please indicate in comment field. 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In the seated position, the chanter or drummer would tie the \u003cem\u003epuniu\u003c\/em\u003e to the thigh and strike the drum in alternating and contrasting beats with the deep sounding \u003cem\u003epahu\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003epuniu\u003c\/em\u003e is made of a large polished coconut shell. The top portion of the shell is removed to produce a \"cup\" shape. This forms the resonant chamber. From there, the coconut shell is cleaned out using the opihi shell and sanded inside and out. A ring of \u003cem\u003ekapa\u003c\/em\u003e or sennit is placed on the base to provide cushioning and stability. The drum head is covered by a tightly stretched durable skin of the \u003cem\u003ekala\u003c\/em\u003e, or scaleless fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCords pass from the edges of the drum head to the ring-shaped cushion to hold the skin taut. To make the high pitched sound, a \u003cem\u003eka\u003c\/em\u003e was made. 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