ABOUT THE INSTRUMENT

Wooden overtone flute (koncovka) made of elder wood with carnelian, tuned to D.

• Length: approx. 58 cm

Dimensions may vary depending on the individual piece.

INTERESTING FACTS

The koncovka is a traditional Slovak folk musical instrument belonging to the category of wind instruments. It is made from a single piece of wood, usually without finger holes, which gives it its distinctive sound. The player changes pitch using breath control and subtle lip movement. The koncovka is associated with shepherd traditions, and its sound is melodic and calming. It is often used for meditation or as part of folk songs and rituals in the mountainous regions of Slovakia and the Carpathians.