Who invented the Philippine bamboo flute?

There isn't one single inventor credited for the Philippine bamboo flute. Musical instruments have evolved over centuries and are often influenced by different cultures and innovations contributing to their development. In the case of the Philippine bamboo flute, known locally as the "tuloy" or "tulali", it is a traditional musical instrument that has been played for generations. The design, construction, and playing technique of the tuloy have been passed down through generations of musicians and cultural practitioners in the Philippines.