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Boreendo, an ancient musical instrument from Pakistan, was recently inscribed on the UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.
About Boreendo
- The boreendo, or bhorindo, is a traditional musical instrument from Pakistan’s Sindh region.
- It is a 5,000-year-old musical instrument with a rich history that originates in Mohenjo Daro, part of the Indus Valley Civilisation.
- It has a hollow, spherical shape with sound holes and is made of clay that is sun-dried and kiln-fired.
- It is played by men, while women are involved in decorating the instrument with clay paint.
- The boreendo produces sound when air is blown into it, and its tone can be adjusted by tilting the mouthpiece.
- Its size affects its sound, and recent changes include extra holes to widen its musical range.
- The boreendo is mainly played at winter bonfires, weddings, and festivals.
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