The kubing is a type of Philippine jaw harp from bamboo found among the Maguindanaon and other Muslim and non-Muslim tribes in the Philippines and Indonesia.

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This artifact is the kubing, or mouth harp, and can be found in the Maguindanao province of the Philippines. It is played by both Muslim and non-Muslim tribes in the southern islands and in Indonesia.

The kubing is a jaw harp idiophone that is notably used by several Muslim and non-muslim tribes in the Philippines and Indonesia. This instrument is known as one of the oldest instruments in the world.

Jun 27, 2024 · First on our list is the kubing, the Filipino version of a jaw harp. It’s mostly made of bamboo, though some are made of metal. This instrument is popular across the Philippines but has different names in various regions. In Maranao and southern Mindanao, it’s called kubing. In other areas, like Tagalog regions, it’s known as barmbaw.

Ever heard of a kubing before? It is a type of jaw harp made from a hand carved piece of bamboo.

2 days ago · Kubing is a traditional Filipino musical instrument that belongs to the family of lamellophones, which are instruments that produce sound when a vibrating lamella (a flat, flexible material) is plucked. It’s often referred to as a “jaw harp” in English, though the Filipino term “Kubing” or “Kubi” is more accurate, as it comes from ...

The kubing was inspired by the sound of the kalaw bird. The kalaw makes a sound every 10 am or when noon is near, thus signalling them to cook their food for lunch. If you're wondering how the kubing sounds like, it goes like kaw kaw kaw kaw. Kubing is also a favorite musical instrument in the tribe because it is used during courtship. Since ...

There are varied types of Philippine jaw harps across the islands. In the Southern Philippines, for the groups found on the island of Mindanao and the Sulu Archipelago, the playing of the kubing or jaw’s harp is for courtship and recreation by the younger generation. The instrument is used to mask the poetry being mouthed by the player.

May 4, 2017 · A popular instrument that will be easy to bring home is the “Kubing,” or jaw harp. It is made of bamboo and about 25 cm long, so it will be easy to pack. The instrument is played by pressing the mouthpiece to the lips and plucking the end to create a sound.