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This audio piece, titled "Four-sided Gourd," opens with the gentle, rhythmic plucking of a unique, handmade instrument, crafted from a gourd. The sound, rich and resonant, is reminiscent of a plucked string instrument, yet carries a distinct timbre that speaks to its innovative construction. The gourd, traditionally used in various cultures as a vessel or tool, has been ingeniously repurposed here into a musical instrument. The four sides of the gourd have been fitted with strings, drawn tightly across the hollow body to create a range of different tones. Each pluck of the strings sends a melodic note echoing through the gourd's cavity, producing a sound that is both hauntingly beautiful and utterly unique. The music is organic, earthy, reflecting the natural origins of the instrument itself. This is not just a piece of music, but a testament to human creativity and the endless possibilities of repurposing natural materials. The 'Four-sided
