Mayan Instruments of Guatemala | Virtual Museum Curator Tour

In this #VirtualVisit, follow along with MIM curator Daniel Piper as he shares some of his favorite instruments and stories from Guatemala including a marimba doble, a marimba de tecomates, a nineteenth century slit drum, and exclusive video of the Maya Achí annual festival.
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[@timharrington4470]

Thank you for including that video of a Mayan Festival. It is so cool to see music of other cultures from around the world

[@chapinusmaximus4582]

Wow thank you. I knew the Mayas had instruments but its so nice to see you share their importance with us. Thank you.

[@waltguenther3302]

Another great video! Thanks! Keep them coming.

[@louisontiffou7407]

Really cool, thank you for this video !

[@produccionesBC]

Very well done.

[@DEZONAENZONA]

Wow

[@malalalalala2985]

PLAY THEM don't just look at them