It is impossible to miss this artistic and spiritual emblem during your stay in Tahiti and her islands … The tiki is everywhere. Yet, its silence is deafening! Nevertheless, listen…observe; it may be hiding one of the keys to the many Polynesian myths … A rich exhibition at the Musée de Tahiti and her islands…
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The Pahu
A frenzied rhythm The pahu is a percussion instrument that can be likened to the African djembe. This ancestral drum is essential in a traditional Polynesian orchestra. It produces a basic tempo that guides the other musicians. This impressive instrument can measure about 60cm high and 30cm in diameter. The pahu’s size can vary a…