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Boreendo, Bhorindo: ancient dying folk musical instrument, its melodies, knowledge, and skills

Le boreendo, bhorindo : un ancien instrument de musique traditionnel en voie de disparition, ses mélodies, connaissances et savoir-faire

The boreendo, or bhorindo, is a traditional musical instrument that is deeply rooted in village life and nature amongst the Thari community. It has a hollow, spherical shape with sound holes, and is made of clay that is sun dried and kiln fired. It is played by men, while women are involved in decorating the instrument with clay paint....

South AsiaPakistanNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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Midwifery: knowledge, skills and practices

La maïeutique : connaissances, savoir-faire et pratiques

Midwives are companions and supporters of pregnant women and their families before, during and after birth. Throughout the course of a pregnancy, midwives make home visits, provide guidance and care, and facilitate birth preparation and capacity-building classes. They contribute to the protection of fundamental human rights by...

Global DiasporasColombia / CyprusNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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Register of Good Safeguarding Practices1 sources

Táncház method: a Hungarian model for the transmission of intangible cultural heritage

La méthode Táncház : un modèle hongrois pour la transmission du patrimoine culturel immatériel

The Táncház (‘dance-house’) model of teaching folk dance and music combines traditional forms of acquisition with modern pedagogical and academic methods. Participants acquire dance knowledge from experienced members or tradition bearers by direct observation and imitation, to the accompaniment of live music, while using their own...

EuropeHungaryNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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The social and cultural traditions associated with landships in Barbados

Les traditions sociales et culturelles associées aux landships à la Barbade

Landships are community-based cultural groups known for their social structure, performances and shared traditions. They are organized like naval ships, with members holding ranks such as Lord High Admiral, Commander and Kit Inspector. Members use nautical terms with localized meanings to reflect life challenges and achievements....

Latin America and CaribbeanBarbadosNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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