Runik ocarina

Last updated September 13, 2025

The Runik ocarina is the oldest ocarina found in Europe.^[1] It was found in the village of Runik, Skenderaj, Kosovo. It dates back to at least 8000 years ago, and it is the earliest prehistoric musical instrument ever recorded in Kosovo and the Balkans.^[2]

Highlighting the archaeological importance of this find, the Runik ocarina is featured on the upper-left side of the Emblem of Skenderaj.

References

↑ Lagbayi, Kayode (2022-09-24). "History Of The Ocarina". Phamox Music. Retrieved 2024-05-17.
↑ PERONO CACCIAFOCO, Francesco. (2019). A Prehistoric 'Little Goose': A New Etymology for the Word 'Ocarina'. Analele Universitatii din Craiova - Seria Stiinte Filologice. 41. 356-369.

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[1] Lagbayi, Kayode (2022-09-24). "History Of The Ocarina". Phamox Music. Retrieved 2024-05-17.

[2] PERONO CACCIAFOCO, Francesco. (2019). A Prehistoric 'Little Goose': A New Etymology for the Word 'Ocarina'. Analele Universitatii din Craiova - Seria Stiinte Filologice. 41. 356-369.

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