The rhaita or ghaita (Arabic: غيطة) is a double reed instrument from West North Africa, specifically Morocco, Algeria and Mauritania. It is nearly identical in construction to the Arabic mizmar and the Turkish zurna. The distinctive name owes to a medieval Gothic-Iberian influence.

2024年2月3日 · The Rhaita, also called the Ghaita, is a Moroccan folk instrument similar to the Western oboe. The instrument is often called an Arabic oboe for this reason. It is made of wood (usually apricot) and produces sound through the vibration of a double reed. The sound travels through a tube with a series of holes and exits through a bell at the end.

The Rhaita, also known as Ghaita, is a traditional double-reed wind instrument from North Africa, particularly popular in Morocco. It is closely related to the Arabic mizmar and the Turkish zurna. The Rhaita is often used in festive celebrations, weddings, and cultural events, symbolizing joy and community spirit within Moroccan culture.

The rhaita or ghaita (Arabic: غيطة) is a double reed instrument from North Africa. It is nearly identical in construction to the Arabic mizmar and the Turkis...

From the hypnotic melodies of the oud to the warbling cries of the rhaita, Morocco’s musical instruments form the foundation of an unparalleled cultural tradition. Their designs, timbres, and playing techniques have evolved over centuries to produce Morocco’s singular sound.

The rhaita or ghaita (Arabic: غيطة) is a double reed instrument from West North Africa, specifically Morocco, Algeria and Mauritania. It is nearly identical in construction to the Arabic mizmar and the Turkish zurna. The distinctive name owes to a medieval Gothic-Iberian influence.

The rhaita or ghaita (Arabic: غيطة‎) is a double reed instrument from North Africa. It is nearly identical in construction to the Arabic mizmar and the Turkish zurna.

Title: Rhaita (Al ghaita) Date: ca. 1850. Culture: Moroccan. Medium: Wood, metal, bone. Classification: Aerophone-Reed Vibrated-double reed. Credit Line: The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889. Object Number: 89.4.1331.

The Ghaita or Rhaita is a Moroccan double reed wind instrument with a bell- shaped end, very much like that of the oboe. The loud and magnificent sound from the Ghaita is recognized for its spiritual character in the Sufi music tradition. The Ghaita is made of wood, usually apricot wood.

The ghaita (also know as rhaita) is a double-reed wind instrument. Instruments identical in its construction are used throughout the middle east. The bendir is a frame drum played with the fingers, and it usually has a snare stretched across its back (as shown in the photograph), which produces a buzzing sound when the instrument is played.