Charumera (Japanese shawm)
InstrumentShawm |
Instrument FamilyWind |
Place MadeAsia ; Japan |
Date MadeCirca 2000 |
DescriptionWood body with flated bell. Painted green and gold. This double-reed instrument is used by night-time noodle vendors. The name derives from the Portuguese word charamela. Probably derived from the Chinese suona, which was brought to Japan sometime after the 16th century. It is used in the kabuki theater ensemble, and in nagauta to suggest a Chinese setting or atmosphere. For the reed, wheat straw is usually used, but sometimes it is made form a plastic drinking straw. |
CollectionMIMEd ; Cannon Collection |
Accession Number6262 |