Kingflute Bamboo Flute is made from Scizostachyum lima poles specifically from top to midsection with a diameter of 1 to 2 inches. The poles were cut a length of 10 to 18 inches depending on the model. A 10-inch flute in the standard key of C; a 14-inch pipe in the key of Bb and an 18-inch flute in the key of G. The bamboo casing was also made from S. lima, either from the bottom part of the bamboo or with a greater diameter bamboo. The ring design was made from naturally dried Nito vine.
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Science in a creative industry.
The DOST-FPRDI has a Bamboo Musical Instruments Innovation R&D program aimed at improving the quality of locally-made bamboo musical instruments (BMIs) through science and innovative technologies. The program seeks to standardize the production of selected BMIs, develop prototype designs, analyze raw material sources and existing markets, and build a BMI processing facility. In addition, the program aims to document the ethnocultural story behind several BMIs and identify the bamboo species used in BMI production to promote public awareness and appreciation of the cultural importance of these musical instruments. The program is a collaboration with the University of the Philippines and Philippine Normal University for teaching modules and analyzing sound quality and standardization of BMI design. The DOST Grants-in-Aid program provides funding.
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