Handcrafted Maori Kōauau Flute - Traditional Polynesian Wooden Musical Instrument by Tim Codyre | Perfect for Cultural Performances, Meditation & Unique Gifts

This is a hand carved Kōauau (mouth flute) made from tōtara wood by Tim Codyre. 

The Kōauau is a traditional Māori mouth flute traditionally made from Albatross wing bone, moa bone, dog bone and human bone, and from a variety of native timbers.

Traditionally kōauau had a multitude uses. They were used to usher in new life. To heal and to assist with memorising  knowledge. There are stories of kōauau being used to win over lovers.

 Tim is an Auckland based artist who became obsessed with woodcarving during his late teens. During his time at Elam art school, a lecturer introduced him to Ngāti Whatua master carver, Alan Nopera. This led to an apprenticeship in traditional whakairo carving. Tim went on to become the head carver on the Auckland Girls’ Grammar School whare wānanga, Kahurangi ki Maungawhau. Which then led him to work as Māori carving supervisor at the Māori Community Centre in Auckland; which was run for over thirty years by Ana Tia. During his time at the centre, Tim had the privilege of training many young men how to carve traditional whakairo.

Made in New Zealand