Xavier Quijas Yxayotl  has been recognized as an authority in the reproduction of ancient Mayan and Aztec clay flutes and instruments for over 30 years. Each Death Whistle and flute is skillfully hand crafted by Xavier as individual works of art Each instrument has its own unique features. 

 

Each skull shaped death whistle offers the chilling and fascinating howl that is described as the ‘scream of a thousand corpses. These are authentic sounding replicas of the original ancient instruments the Aztecs heard just before they were sacrificed to the gods. Some historians believe that the Aztecs used to sound the death whistle in order to help the deceased journey into the underworld. Tribes are said to have used the terrifying sounds as psychological warfare, to frighten enemies at the start of battle.  Today these instruments are used for sound effects in playing live/recordng music and for personal enjoyment.   

To hear a demonstration of these Death Whistles and learn more about them visit these links.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9QuO09z-SI
https://skullsproject.wordpress.com/2014/12/15/the-mystery-behind-the-ancient-death-whistle/
http://www.fromthetrenchesworldreport.com/aptly-named-aztec-death-whistle-makes-the-creepiest-sound-youve-ever-heard/113491#more-113491

http://listverse.com/2015/02/12/10-musical-instruments-with-magical-powers/#.VPW0WKDzsLE.facebook