The Donkey Jawbone or Quijada is a natural rattle instrument that has its roots in South and Central American music. The instrument is played by holding the smaller side and striking the larger side with the heel of your hand creating a rhythmic...
I remember my sister telling me about this instrument when we were kids. I thought to myself at that time, I'm getting one of those! Jump forward half a century, and I finally got one. It is fantastic. I am so pleased with this purchase. Came very well-packed. Highly recommend. Beware: attracts attention. :)
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Wendy
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5.00
Instrument Delivery Review
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First time purchase and won't be the last. The instrument I purchased (Quijada-jaw bone) was perfectly wrapped and packaged for delivery. I love it! Thank you!
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Iz
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5.00
Quijada
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I just purchased two instruments for the Wichita Symphony We using them for Lopez's Peru Negro. Within a week both of them lost teeth and the bone when you strike it to rattle the teeth cracked creating a hole in the center of the bone. I realize that they are fragile but not to this extent.
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Jerry Scholl
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2.00
Just what I needed
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Arrived on time in perfect condition. I'm using for my arrangement of Marie Lavaux for orchestra. The singer will be playing the Quijada. It will be a spectacular visual and audio addition to the ensemble.
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Douglas Hein
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5.00
Great product
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Item arrived on time and was packaged well.
Makes a great sound and is an unique addition to a percussionist's tools
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Kimi Thoma
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5.00
Good price, Great service
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Item was in stock at a competitive price. Shipping was quick (during holiday rush) Items came well packaged and arrived in excellent condition.
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Fastelder
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5.00
Great authentic instrument
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Packaging was very secure which was my main concern. Once I notified Steve Weiss that I was interested in the product, it was about two weeks later when they had it back in stock. Great sound from this beautiful instrument.
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C. Oliver
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5.00
Big Good Shape and Musical
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The company who distributes them says they are committed to supporting low income craftsmen. I was worried having seen a few that were twice as expensive that it would be inferior in quality. I wouldn't hesitate to buy this brands they are exactly what you want. So fun.
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Nathan Duncan
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5.00
Just wonderful
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I had been looking for a while before coming across your piece. What a wonderful instrument.
Jaw is healthy and clean, teeth sound great. Shipping was super fast. Thank you so much!!!
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Gabriele
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5.00
Quijada de Burro
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Chido!
Was on tour and found out about this place. Do you know how hard these are to find!? I play traditional folkloric music from Mexico and even there they are hard to find since they've become somewhat a fashionable instrument if you can believe that.
All of these come from Peru.. Notice the 2 teeth separated from the rest. They indicate that it's an older donkey.
The Peruvians really know how to make these.
Thanks Steve Weiss Music!!
