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The most important instrument in Shalian music is the human voice; but instruments such as violins, harpsichords, ocarinas, and various percussions may be used. | The most important instrument in Shalian music is the human voice; but instruments such as violins, harpsichords, ocarinas, and various percussions may be used. | ||
Vocal polyphony is an important part of Shalian music, especially in coming of age parties, festivities, and funerals. The glottal stops, stress accent and long-short rhythms of the Shalian language contribute to the quirky, theatrical-sounding rhythm of Shalian vocal music. | Vocal polyphony is an important part of Shalian music, especially in coming of age parties, festivities, and funerals. Singers may also clap, snap their fingers and make various gestures. The glottal stops, stress accent and long-short rhythms of the Shalian language contribute to the quirky, theatrical-sounding rhythm of Shalian vocal music. | ||