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Some historians still hold that the technology was developed as early as 1537 by slaves captured in West Africa who then carried the instruments to their new homes in Central and South America.
- Where was the Rainstick invented?
- How old is the rain stick?
- Who invented the Rainmaker instrument?
- What is the purpose of a Rainstick?
Where was the Rainstick invented?
The rainstick is believed to have been invented by the Mapuche and was played in the belief it could bring about rainstorms. It was also found on the Chilean coasts, though it is not certain if it was made by the Incas.
How old is the rain stick?
Rain sticks first appeared in Mexican music in the 20th century. Perhaps influenced by the influx of music from the Andes, it has been suggested that the rain stick became popular as a symbol of the rainforest.
Who invented the Rainmaker instrument?
Rainsticks have become a very popular novelty musical instrument in the last 30 years. Stories concerning the origin of the rainstick are numerous. Some say that the instrument was invented by the Aztecs, and that it later spread throughout Central and South America.
What is the purpose of a Rainstick?
The rainstick is considered a percussion instrument. Indians in Chile used it to bring rain. Many other cultures believed it could bring rain, and it has been used in religious ceremonies in different cultures because of the restful sound it makes.
