Cuíca
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| Other names | Puíta, Quíca |
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| ID | 2316809 |
About Cuíca
The cuíca is a Brazilian friction drum with a large pitch range, produced by changing tension on the head of the drum. Cuíca is Portuguese for the gray four-eyed opossum which is known for its high-pitched cry. It is frequently used in carnivals, as well as often in samba music.