Kulap Shaker (adult size) by Saila Savage

Limited edition children’s Kulaps from Uncle Saila Savage. Uncle Saila is one of the Kaurareg Nation Elders & Traditional Owners of Thursday Island where these Kulaps came from. These Kulaps have been handmade for Children & Educators to use when teaching and embedding Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in the classroom. 

Kulap seed pod rattles are a traditional musical instrument used by Torres Strait Island dancers.  They are traditionally made from the reddish-brown seed pods of the Matchbox Bean tree, and are an integral part of traditional 'island dance'.  The dance has an important place in Island society, and is always part of any celebration.