In Korea they have a large traverse flute, which seems
to me to be the Korean equivaelent to the shakuhachi
(called something like Tegem?). It is played by monks,
and seems to be a tool of zen. The bamboo is cured by
soaking in salt water. The flutes remain salty. The
inside is painted with urushi. Interestingly, they
blow from the root end.
Justin
--- Tuscia-Falconer <falconer@enternet.co.nz> wrote:
>
> It has been mentioned to me that bamboo is sometimes
> soaked in salt water to
> preserve it,
> Has anyone heard of or tried this process ?
> It may also prevent insect infestation !
>
> Kel.
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