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Askomandoura

The askomandoura is a musical instrument. Learn how it makes its sound and explore related instruments.

From Wikipedia

Askomandoura (Greek: ασκομαντούρα) is a type of bagpipe played as a traditional instrument on the Greek island of Crete, similar to the tsampouna.

Its use in Crete is attested in illustrations from the mid-15th Century.

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