(Photo: Oregon Flute Store )Many years ago, archaeologists discovered skull-shaped whistles at Aztec sites. They believe that priests used these instruments during human sacrifice ceremonies. Quijas Yxayotl , a musician who specializes in pre-Columbian Mesoamerican traditions, developed a modern version. It produces a sound just like that of people screaming in terror. The whistle is like something out of a horror movie! You can hear Yxayotl perform the Aztec death whistle in this video. Skip to the 0:49 mark to hear the screaming. (Video Link )I'm envious. Those of us with Scottish heritage have no instrument comparable to the...
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