The "Gaita"

But there are more things than just bugles and drums to be heard during these days. Perhaps the most characteristic instrument is the Basque "Gaita". Here is the authentic sound of Sanfermin, the music which makes the Giants dance, the music which rings out at decisive moments in the bull-fight, the music which sets off the "era" dance in the main square at 9.00 in the evening. This is a kind of bagpipe but without the bag of air and its traditional sound is enough to lift off the traditional beret from the head of the locals.