Handmade Wood Toc Toc Instruments Pair 'My Companions' Item ID: 2671400072

Name: Handmade Wood Toc Toc Instruments Pair 'My Companions'
Brand: Dionisio Quilla
SKU: 2671400072
Price: 59.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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"Known as toc toc for the sound that they make, these percussion instruments are essential to any Peruvian musical ensemble. Their origin can be traced as far back as pre-Hispanic times. Dionisio Quilla carves the instrument from pumaquiro wood in the shape of two hollow cylinders for double toc toc. One side is longer than the other, resulting in contrasting beats when struck with a stick. The single toc toc features a low relief surface to enrich the sound. The playing sticks are carved from capirona wood."

Item detail

1.76 lb
Double toc toc: 6.3 inches H x 7.5 inches W x 1.6 inches D,Single toc toc: 7 inches H x 1.6 inches Diam.,Stick (2): 7.3 inches H x 0.4 inches Diam.
0.46 lbs
Double toc toc: 6.3 inches H x 7.5 inches W x 1.6 inches D
Single toc toc: 7 inches H x 1.6 inches Diam.
Stick (2): 7.3 inches H x 0.4 inches Diam.
Pumaquiro and capirona woods
Each artwork is unique -- wood grain
color
and pattern will differ slightly from picture

Made in Peru

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Dionisio Quilla

4 Reviews

The artistry of Dionisio Quilla has been featured in Natural Health magazine.

Dionisio Quilla was born in Peru's Puno province on October 3, 1942. He handcrafts most traditional Peruvian musical instruments, including percussion such as bombos, drums and tinyas,; string instruments such as charangos and wind instruments like quena and zampoña. Dionisio uses wood and bamboo canes, nylon strings and colorful cotton threads to imbue each instrument with a Cuzco flair.

When he was eight years old, the artisan begin to learn his craft from his father, and started making instruments just for fun. Gradually, his technique began to improve and he became more involved in the elaboration process. As a teenager, Dionisio accompanied his father to sell their instruments to stores and fairs around Cuzco, Ayacucho and Lima.

Quilla describes his work as a way of life, a special motivation, and an activity that has enabled him to provide for his family as well as to educate his six children. Now, four of his children are studying for a university degree and two are studying technical courses.

Thanks to my hard work and my great customers, my children are able to get a higher education, Dionisio says with pride. Three of them want to follow their own careers, while the other three want to help me.

I want you to know that with my musical instruments, you can play Andean and folkloric music, play the music from my land.

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4 Reviews for

Dionisio Quilla

December 26, 2020

G Gerald

Just what I was looking for

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October 20, 2020

R Ronald

Bought the peace flute for my niece and she loves it.

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June 19, 2019

C Caitriona

This is a really nice quena. Nice tone! And better than similar flutes twice the price. Gracias Dionisio!

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December 30, 2018

R Randall

This flute was a gift to our son who isn't inhibited to try playing any musical instrument-the Christmas wrapping hadn't been picked up and he was getting familiar with his new instrument.

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Dionisio Quilla handcrafted Andean musical instruments

The artistry of Dionisio Quilla has been featured in Natural Health magazine.

Dionisio Quilla was born in Peru's Puno province on October 3, 1942. He handcrafts most traditional Peruvian musical instruments, including percussion such as bombos, drums and tinyas,; string instruments such as charangos and wind instruments like quena and zampoña. Dionisio uses wood and bamboo canes, nylon strings and colorful cotton threads to imbue each instrument with a Cuzco flair.

When he was eight years old, the artisan begin to learn his craft from his father, and started making instruments just for fun. Gradually, his technique began to improve and he became more involved in the elaboration process. As a teenager, Dionisio accompanied his father to sell their instruments to stores and fairs around Cuzco, Ayacucho and Lima.

Quilla describes his work as a way of life, a special motivation, and an activity that has enabled him to provide for his family as well as to educate his six children. Now, four of his children are studying for a university degree and two are studying technical courses.

Thanks to my hard work and my great customers, my children are able to get a higher education, Dionisio says with pride. Three of them want to follow their own careers, while the other three want to help me.

I want you to know that with my musical instruments, you can play Andean and folkloric music, play the music from my land.

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Maker Badge Elder Master

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

Maker Badge Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Maker Badge Microcredit Financing

Dionisio Quilla has received a $400 microcredit loan with 0% interest. Proceeds were used to purchase the materials he needs to increase production, such as wood and bamboo.