Hue Puruwai
These are also shakers made from larger hue, with their seed still intact. When played, the puruwai sounds like a bubbling stream.
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Poi Āwhiowhio
This is a whistling gourd. They are swung on a cord (similar to the playing of the purerehua) and create a gentle, soft whistling sound.
Hue Rarā
With the seeds inside the hue, this is a shaker or rattle. Hue can be carved or painted in beautiful kowhaiwhai patterns and can be decorated with feathers and harakeke.
Hue Puruhau
These are large hue with the seeds removed. The neck is cut off and the sound comes from blowing over the top to create a vibrant bass sound.
Kōauau Ponga Ihu
This is globular flute played with the nose. It is made from the hue/gourd.
Small gourd with top removed and two small holes. Blowing across the top with one nostril produces flute-like sound. This has a sweet sound.