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Original and beautiful, this handsome charango combines pinewood, walnut wood and congona wood. The ten-string Andean instrument is a South American version of the European mandolin, originally crafted from the shell of an armadillo. Benito Tito creates this piece to contrast the grain of three local woods. The guitar features nylon strings and includes a plastic pick. It arrives with a colorful woven cloth case.
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Over the years, I have collected many flutes. This one is exceptional. The wood is perfectly suited for its purpose and lovingly crafted. The holes are just the right size and spacing to achieve the notes effortlessly (without having to partially cover one to hit the true pitch). I got two and a half octaves from it right from the start. The tone is resonant and haunting (in the best way). I absolutely love this flute! The bag that comes with it is vibrant and offers good everyday protection.
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Me encanta este ronroco, tanto estéticamente como por su sonido. Estoy muy contento con la compra realizada. Recomendada a todo aquel que le guste la musica y quiera empezar a tocar un nuevo instrumento.
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Absolutely beautiful and sweet sounds. Recommended for all who love music.
You can find our wood charango guitar 'Andean Song' by Benito Tito in musical instruments categories such as Beach Bonfire String Instruments and Wood String Instruments. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Preserving Traditions
For generations, the Tito family legacy has helped to preserve the musical traditions of the Peruvian Andes. The art of crafting musical instruments to produce the haunting music indigenous to this region has been passed from father to son. Benito is now an elder master. He embraces every opportunity to teach younger artisans the vast array of skills required to handcraft a musical instrument and proudly incorporates local materials, such as jungle bamboo, into his designs.
Confronting Adversity
Now in his seventies, Benito has had cataract surgery but now faces glaucoma. Work is more difficult for him but he refuses to give up. The income from the sales of his musical instruments help him care for his wife who can no longer care for herself, pay for his grandchildren’s education and maintain his dignity. He is grateful that the orders for his work have increased since joining Novica.
Job Creator
Whenever Benito has a large order or many orders to fill at the same time, he hires other craftspeople to help him. He especially likes to give work to those who are from his hometown of Puno - he likes to be able to share the income this work brings with others in his community.
Profound Impact
Now in his seventies, Benito is entirely dependent upon Novica sales. The income derived from the sales of his musical instruments support him, his wife and his grandchildren. He also gives work to other artisans when he needs help to meet the demand for his work.
Moving On Up
As Benito's sales have grown through Novica, he has been able to hire other artisans to help meet the demand for his handcrafted instruments. He has trained many of them in this traditional craft and prides himself on preserving this traditional Peruvian art form.
Enabling Education
Now in his seventies, Benito lives with one of his children and their children. Their parents provide for their children's food and clothing and Benito proudly pays for his grandchildren's education, even though he often struggles to do so.
Microcredit Financing
Benito Tito has received a $450 microcredit loan with 0% interest. Proceeds were used to purchase wood, strings and accessories for his musical instruments.
Elder Master
This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.
"Aiding in the preservation of our musical heritage is my family's legacy. We have carefully crafted traditional instruments for generations."