How to make a Purerehua
This workshop teaches tamariki (ages five to 10) the history and use of the Purerehua (bullroarer). Decorate and sound your own instrument, ready to take home.
Also known as huhu, purorohu, turorohu, rangorango, wheororo, and around the world as bullroarers, this instrument creates a deep whirring sound when spun and is said to have connections to the rain.
Learn the history and use of the Purerehua, and create your own to take home.
Suitable for ages 5 to 10.
Venue: Maker Workshop
This event is part of the Matariki celebrations(external link) at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre (3 to 20 Hōngongoi July 2023).
Celebrate Matariki with talented artists from Ōtautahi and beyond. Experience outstanding performances, an exhibition of Māori visual arts, a stunning Kapa Haha showcase, exciting kid's wānanga (workshops) and a Matariki mākete (market).
Also known as huhu, purorohu, turorohu, rangorango, wheororo, and around the world as bullroarers, this instrument creates a deep whirring sound when spun and is said to have connections to the rain.
Learn the history and use of the Purerehua, and create your own to take home.
Suitable for ages 5 to 10.
Venue: Maker Workshop
This event is part of the Matariki celebrations(external link) at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre (3 to 20 Hōngongoi July 2023).
Celebrate Matariki with talented artists from Ōtautahi and beyond. Experience outstanding performances, an exhibition of Māori visual arts, a stunning Kapa Haha showcase, exciting kid's wānanga (workshops) and a Matariki mākete (market).
The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch Central
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