The putatara is a Maori musical instrument used to announce important events like arrivals at a marae or the birth of a child. It was also used to summon people for learning or warfare. Putatara are made from rare triton shells and are highly prized possessions in Maori culture.
The putatara is a Maori musical instrument used to announce important events like arrivals at a marae or the birth of a child. It was also used to summon people for learning or warfare. Putatara are made from rare triton shells and are highly prized possessions in Maori culture.
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The putatara is a Maori musical instrument used to announce important events like arrivals at a marae or the birth of a child. It was also used to summon people for learning or warfare. Putatara are made from rare triton shells and are highly prized possessions in Maori culture.
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The putatara is used to announce arrivals to a marae or the birth of a child. It also used to summon people for formal learning or as a call for arms. Putatara are highly prized. They are made from triton shells which are rare and sometimes wash up on beaches in the Far North.