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| − | [[Moktak]] - Korean variant of Wooden Fish | + | [[Moktak]] - Korean variant of Wooden Fish <br/> |
| − | [[Mokugyo]] - Japanese variant of Wooden Fish | + | [[Mokugyo]] - Japanese variant of Wooden Fish <br/> |
== Reference == | == Reference == | ||
Latest revision as of 05:19, 5 February 2025
Etymology and Alternative Spellings
Chinese: 木魚
Japanese: もくぎょ
Korean: 목어
Construction
Chinese Woodblocks is a rounded woodblock carved in the shape of a fish and struck with a wooden stick.
History
Chinese Woodblocks is a small hand-held wooden percussion instrument of the Han Chinese, carved in the shape of a fish, possibly a koi. It is used to accompany chants (‘sutras’) in Taoist and Buddhist ceremonies. This stylized fish holds in its mouth the mallet with a ball-like end, symbol of the universe. Having no eyelids, the fish symbolizes wakeful attention and vigilance in devotion. It is classified as a slit drum and was first described as a specifically Buddhist instrument, struck with regular beats to accompany the chanting of monks and nuns. Later it was used in the percussion section of the Cantonese ensembles.
Sticks, Mallets, Beaters
Technique
Manufacturers
Retailers
See Also
Moktak - Korean variant of Wooden Fish
Mokugyo - Japanese variant of Wooden Fish