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Polynesian Drums Accompanying Dancers

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The music for dancing in Aitutaki depends on marvelous drumming. There are wooden slit drums and leather-topped drums of various sizes, all contributing different notes. The pace of the drumming is amazing, and the excitement generated is incredible.