Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Mamaquena is the "mother of all flutes" according to the family of Tito La Rosa, and it is a large version of one of the most popular Andean flutes, the quena.
*Order Mamaquena Flute by La Rosa here: didgeproject.com/product/mamaquena-bamboo-flute-by-la-rosa-flutes
The quena is characterized by it's slit-like mouthpiece, usually carved into the wooden body, that splits the airstream and created the sound generating vibration. The mamaquena has particular been used by Tito La Rosa and other exponents of the andean sound school to create a deep, warm and rich tone that is extremely responsive to the breath of the player. The quena sound is also characterized by harmonic jumps, which can be manipulated with the intensity of the breath.
More La Rosa Flutes we sell: didgeproject.com/product-category/flutes
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Didge Project is a world music education blog, youtube channel, music project and a producer of events, workshops and online courses. Our mission is to bridge music from many cultures into a tangible medium that our audience can utilize for its own benefit. This is done largely through educational performances, workshops and videos. Originally started to support the growing didgeridoo community in New York City, Didge Project serves musicians of all levels in making musical instruments and education available. While advanced musicians may benefit from Didge Project's content, it is the beginner to intermediate musician that we aim to serve. Check out our tutorial videos, free courses, articles and more at didgeproject.com
The Mamaquena is the "mother of all flutes" according to the family of Tito La Rosa, and it is a large version of one of the most popular Andean flutes, the quena.
*Order Mamaquena Flute by La Rosa here: didgeproject.com/product/mamaquena-bamboo-flute-by-la-rosa-flutes
The quena is characterized by it's slit-like mouthpiece, usually carved into the wooden body, that splits the airstream and created the sound generating vibration. The mamaquena has particular been used by Tito La Rosa and other exponents of the andean sound school to create a deep, warm and rich tone that is extremely responsive to the breath of the player. The quena sound is also characterized by harmonic jumps, which can be manipulated with the intensity of the breath.
More La Rosa Flutes we sell: didgeproject.com/product-category/flutes
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Didge Project is a world music education blog, youtube channel, music project and a producer of events, workshops and online courses. Our mission is to bridge music from many cultures into a tangible medium that our audience can utilize for its own benefit. This is done largely through educational performances, workshops and videos. Originally started to support the growing didgeridoo community in New York City, Didge Project serves musicians of all levels in making musical instruments and education available. While advanced musicians may benefit from Didge Project's content, it is the beginner to intermediate musician that we aim to serve. Check out our tutorial videos, free courses, articles and more at didgeproject.com
