hoolikaks
Hoolikaks are a type of resonance pipe, commonly used in traditional Estonian and Latvian folk music instruments, such as the kannel and the kokle. They are typically made from wood, with a narrow cylindrical body and a thin metal or reed insert at one end.
The hoolikak's primary function is to amplify and project the sound produced by the player's fingers on
In traditional folk music, hoolikaks are often used in conjunction with the kannel and kokle,which are related
The name "hoolikak" is derived from the Estonian and Latvian languages, where it is known as "hoolikas"
In modern times, hoolikaks are still used in traditional folk music ensembles, as well as in academic