Kudiyapi
Kudiyapi, also spelled kudyapi, is a traditional two-stringed lute of the Moro peoples of Mindanao in the southern Philippines. It is particularly associated with the Maguindanao, Maranao, Tausug, and Yakan communities, though variations occur among groups. The instrument is used to accompany vocal music, epic recitations, and social performances such as courtship, weddings, and community gatherings.
Construction and tuning: The kudiyapi has a hollow wooden body and a long neck with two strings.
Playing tradition: It is commonly used to accompany sung storytelling and chanted epics, and is often performed
Status and revival: The kudiyapi reflects Mindanao's diverse musical heritage. Its regional variants show differences in