Goripyatik
Goripyatik is a lesser-known traditional musical instrument originating from the Koryak people of the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia. The name "Goripyatik" is derived from the Koryak language, where "gori" means "song" and "pyatik" refers to the five-stringed design of the instrument. It is a type of chordophone, meaning it produces sound through vibrating strings, and is closely related to other similar instruments found in the indigenous cultures of the Russian Far East.
The Goripyatik typically features a small, rectangular wooden body with a soundboard, often made from light,
Traditionally, the Goripyatik was used in both solo performances and ensemble settings, accompanying songs that told
Today, the Goripyatik remains a symbol of Koryak musical identity, and some contemporary musicians and ethnomusicologists