{"title":"music","description":"\u003cp\u003eA collection of traditional Peruvian musical instruments imported from Peru\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"songs-with-friends-handmade-ceramic-ocarinas-from-peru-2-pieces","title":"Songs with Friends - Handmade Ceramic Ocarinas from Peru (2 Pieces)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"aboutItemText\" class=\"clearfix\" data-slicepoint=\"250\" data-moretext=\"Read more\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-gp-noloc=\"node\"\u003e\"Thanks to my hard work and my great customers, my children are able to get a higher education. Three of them want to follow their own careers, while the other three want to help me.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-gp-noloc=\"node\"\u003eA cheerful pair of friends will fill your evenings with music and joy. This pair of ocarinas is handmade by Peruvian artisan Dionisio Quilla, inspired by typical birds of the region. The ocarinas represent a colorful Andean cock-of-the-rock and a playful parrot that will be the ideal decoration for any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"more-product-detail\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"productDetails\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"measurements-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"measurements pad-l2 marg-b0 US\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"unit-us\"\u003e0.2 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"measurements pad-l2 marg-b0 US\" data-attributeid=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"unit-us\"\u003eLargest Piece: 3\" H x 1.6\" W x 3.1\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"unit-us\"\u003eSmallest Piece: 2.8\" H x 1.6\" W x 3.3\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"productFeatures\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pad-l2 product-features marg-b0\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eCeramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eInstrument Rating: Beginner quality, intended for casual use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eHand-crafted item -- color, size and\/or motif may vary slightly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eWarning: Choking Hazard. Small parts -- not for children under 3 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eMade in Peru, ships from California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-gp-noloc=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artistry of Dionisio Quilla has been featured in Natural Health magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDionisio Quilla was born in Peru's Puno province on October 3, 1942. He handcrafts most traditional Peruvian musical instruments, including percussion such as \u003ci\u003ebombos,\u003c\/i\u003e drums and \u003ci\u003etinyas,\u003c\/i\u003e; string instruments such as \u003ci\u003echarangos\u003c\/i\u003e and wind instruments like \u003ci\u003equena\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ezampoña.\u003c\/i\u003e Dionisio uses wood and bamboo canes, nylon strings and colorful cotton threads to imbue each instrument with a Cuzco flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen he was eight years old, the artisan begin to learn his craft from his father, and started making instruments just for fun. Gradually, his technique began to improve and he became more involved in the elaboration process. As a teenager, Dionisio accompanied his father to sell their instruments to stores and fairs around Cuzco, Ayacucho and Lima.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuilla describes his work as a way of life, a special motivation, and an activity that has enabled him to provide for his family as well as to educate his six children. Now, four of his children are studying for a university degree and two are studying technical courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to my hard work and my great customers, my children are able to get a higher education, Dionisio says with pride. Three of them want to follow their own careers, while the other three want to help me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI want you to know that with my musical instruments, you can play Andean and folkloric music, play the music from my land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cactus Affinity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47693302137050,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0451\/0836\/3419\/files\/SongswithFriends_2b0e780b-14a5-4d27-aaa5-017c399f760f.webp?v=1774015018"},{"product_id":"night-chant-handmade-ceramic-ocarinas-from-peru-2-pieces","title":"Night Chant - Handmade Ceramic Ocarinas from Peru (2 Pieces)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"aboutItemText\" class=\"clearfix\" data-slicepoint=\"250\" data-moretext=\"Read more\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-gp-noloc=\"node\"\u003e\"Thanks to my hard work and my great customers, my children are able to get a higher education. Three of them want to follow their own careers, while the other three want to help me.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"aboutItemText\" class=\"clearfix\" data-slicepoint=\"250\" data-moretext=\"Read more\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-gp-noloc=\"node\"\u003eAn enchanting pair of friends will fill your life with music. This duo of ocarinas, a whistle that originated in the mountains of Peru, are handmade by artisan Dionisio Quilla, inspired by nature. The ocarinas are shaped as a lovely turtle and a sweet bird in bright handpainted colors and motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"more-product-detail\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"productDetails\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"measurements-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"measurements pad-l2 marg-b0 US\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"unit-us\"\u003e0.2 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"measurements pad-l2 marg-b0 US\" data-attributeid=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"unit-us\"\u003eSmallest Piece: 1.6\" H x 1.8\" W x 3.1\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"unit-us\"\u003eLargest Piece: 2.2\" H x 2\" W x 3\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"more-product-detail\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"productFeatures\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pad-l2 product-features marg-b0\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eCeramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eInstrument Rating: Beginner quality, intended for casual use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eHand-crafted item -- color, size and\/or motif may vary slightly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\"\u003eWarning: Choking Hazard. 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He handcrafts most traditional Peruvian musical instruments, including percussion such as \u003ci\u003ebombos,\u003c\/i\u003e drums and \u003ci\u003etinyas,\u003c\/i\u003e; string instruments such as \u003ci\u003echarangos\u003c\/i\u003e and wind instruments like \u003ci\u003equena\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ezampoña.\u003c\/i\u003e Dionisio uses wood and bamboo canes, nylon strings and colorful cotton threads to imbue each instrument with a Cuzco flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen he was eight years old, the artisan begin to learn his craft from his father, and started making instruments just for fun. Gradually, his technique began to improve and he became more involved in the elaboration process. As a teenager, Dionisio accompanied his father to sell their instruments to stores and fairs around Cuzco, Ayacucho and Lima.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuilla describes his work as a way of life, a special motivation, and an activity that has enabled him to provide for his family as well as to educate his six children. Now, four of his children are studying for a university degree and two are studying technical courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to my hard work and my great customers, my children are able to get a higher education, Dionisio says with pride. Three of them want to follow their own careers, while the other three want to help me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI want you to know that with my musical instruments, you can play Andean and folkloric music, play the music from my land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cactus Affinity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47693319307482,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0451\/0836\/3419\/files\/NightChant2.webp?v=1774016889"},{"product_id":"andean-strength-wood-quena-flute","title":"Andean Strength - Wood Quena Flute","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"aboutItemText\" class=\"clearfix\" data-slicepoint=\"250\" data-moretext=\"Read more\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-gp-noloc=\"node\"\u003e”Thanks to my hard work and my great customers, my children are able to get a higher education. Three of them want to follow their own careers, while the other three want to help me.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"aboutItemText\" class=\"clearfix\" data-slicepoint=\"250\" data-moretext=\"Read more\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"aboutItemText\" class=\"clearfix\" data-slicepoint=\"250\" data-moretext=\"Read more\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-gp-noloc=\"node\"\u003ePeruvian artisan Dionisio Quilla crafts this lovely wood quena flute, a traditional instrument that dates back to the Inca Empire. The chakana symbol that embellishes this quena is a sign of protection in the Andean culture, making this design a creation full of cultural details. 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He handcrafts most traditional Peruvian musical instruments, including percussion such as \u003ci\u003ebombos,\u003c\/i\u003e drums and \u003ci\u003etinyas,\u003c\/i\u003e; string instruments such as \u003ci\u003echarangos\u003c\/i\u003e and wind instruments like \u003ci\u003equena\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ezampoña.\u003c\/i\u003e Dionisio uses wood and bamboo canes, nylon strings and colorful cotton threads to imbue each instrument with a Cuzco flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen he was eight years old, the artisan begin to learn his craft from his father, and started making instruments just for fun. Gradually, his technique began to improve and he became more involved in the elaboration process. 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Three of them want to follow their own careers, while the other three want to help me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI want you to know that with my musical instruments, you can play Andean and folkloric music, play the music from my land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cactus Affinity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47693322256602,"sku":null,"price":94.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0451\/0836\/3419\/files\/AndeanStrength2.webp?v=1774017383"},{"product_id":"blue-wind-ceramic-ocarina-with-llama-motif-handcrafted-in-peru","title":"Blue Wind - Ceramic Ocarina with Llama Motif Handcrafted in Peru","description":"\u003cdiv data-moretext=\"Read more\" data-slicepoint=\"250\" class=\"clearfix\" id=\"aboutItemText\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-gp-noloc=\"node\"\u003e\"Thanks to my hard work and my great customers, my children are able to get a higher education. 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Three of them want to follow their own careers, while the other three want to help me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI want you to know that with my musical instruments, you can play Andean and folkloric music, play the music from my land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cactus Affinity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47693325238490,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0451\/0836\/3419\/files\/Blue_Wind_3.webp?v=1774017935"},{"product_id":"cuzco-chants-ceramic-ocarina-with-andean-motif-handcrafted-in-peru","title":"Cuzco Chants - Ceramic Ocarina with Andean Motif Handcrafted in Peru","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"aboutItemText\" class=\"clearfix\" data-slicepoint=\"250\" data-moretext=\"Read more\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-gp-noloc=\"node\"\u003e\"Thanks to my hard work and my great customers, my children are able to get a higher education. 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He handcrafts most traditional Peruvian musical instruments, including percussion such as \u003ci\u003ebombos,\u003c\/i\u003e drums and \u003ci\u003etinyas,\u003c\/i\u003e; string instruments such as \u003ci\u003echarangos\u003c\/i\u003e and wind instruments like \u003ci\u003equena\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ezampoña.\u003c\/i\u003e Dionisio uses wood and bamboo canes, nylon strings and colorful cotton threads to imbue each instrument with a Cuzco flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen he was eight years old, the artisan begin to learn his craft from his father, and started making instruments just for fun. Gradually, his technique began to improve and he became more involved in the elaboration process. 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