1. Nose Flute (Suling Kambing): This is a unique wind instrument that is played by blowing air through the nose. It consists of a simple bamboo tube with holes that are covered by the fingertips. The suling kambing often accompanies other instruments in traditional folk ensembles.
2. Panpipes (Balingbing or Saluray): Panpipes, also known as balingbing or saluray in the Philippines, are a set of bamboo tubes of varying lengths that are arranged side by side. By blowing across the open ends, players can produce different pitches. Panpipes are commonly used in traditional folk music, particularly in the northern Philippines.
3. Mouth Organ (Kubing): The kubing is a free-reed instrument similar to a harmonica. It is made from a bamboo or metal body with metal reeds. Players produce sound by blowing into the kubing, causing the reeds to vibrate and produce different notes. The kubing is often used in folk and traditional music.
4. Bamboo Clarinet (Lumadang or Bungkaka): The lumadang or bungkaka is a clarinet-like instrument made from a single piece of bamboo. It has a mouthpiece at one end and a series of holes along its length. Players control the pitch by covering and uncovering the holes with their fingers. The lumadang is commonly found in traditional music from the southern Philippines.
5. Flute (Luntang or Plawta): The luntang or plawta refers to different types of flutes found in the Philippines. They can be made from bamboo or wood and have variations in their construction. Some flutes have a single hole, while others have multiple holes. These instruments are played by blowing air across a sharp edge, called the embouchure, to produce sound.
6. Trumpet (Hachaluhay or Halihay): The hachaluhay or halihay is a long, straight trumpet made from bamboo or metal. It has a cupped mouthpiece and a flared bell at the other end. Players blow into the mouthpiece to produce a loud, piercing sound. The hachaluhay is often used in ceremonial music and festivals.
These native wind instruments hold cultural and historical significance in the Philippines and continue to be played and enjoyed in traditional folk music and contemporary musical performances.