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“The Dryad’s Muse,” by John Lunn. 0

February 21, 2012
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This walrus whistle was created by Sally Cornwell. Fun fact: the tusks double as a can opener! (Second fun fact: In this case, “fun” means “made up”). 0

February 21, 2012

‘Music From Our Hands’

The Insider visited the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen gallery and took in its current exhibit of handmade musical instruments. Come along with us! 0

February 21, 2012
‘Music From Our Hands’

‘Music From Our Hands’

The Insider visited the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen gallery and took in its current exhibit of handmade musical instruments. Come along with us! 0

February 21, 2012
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Udu stoneware, created by Shana Brautigam – and it’s a drum! 0

February 21, 2012
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This walrus whistle was created by Sally Cornwell. Fun fact: the tusks double as a can opener! (Second fun fact: In this case, “fun” means “made up”). 0

February 21, 2012
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This Native American gourd rattle is the creation of artist Micheline. “Gourds are the oldest plants in the world, but for me a new medium to experience,” Micheline said. “I find it fun and challenging to give them a new personality.” 0

February 21, 2012
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"Whale," a whistle by Barbara Boxer. 0

February 21, 2012
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“Twin Joeys with Mom,” a whistle by Barbara Boxer. 0

February 21, 2012
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Alan Carruth also crafted this 12-fret “fingerstyle” guitar, made from North American woods. “Since music can only exist in the act of creation,” Carruth said, “and is not directly representational, it has a claim to being the most abstract of all arts.” 0

February 21, 2012