Chocalho
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Chocalho is the generic name for "shaker" in Portuguese. It is also called the txequerequetxere[what language is this?] in some regions of Catalonia, specifically in Garcia. There are various types of idiophones using this name in Portuguese, not always being the same instrument:
Chocalhos are typically used as a support to the sound of the pineapple caixas, to sustain the rhythm in the bateria. This instrument consists of an aluminium or wooden frame with a number of rows, each carrying pairs of jingles (platinelas[what language is this?]). The chocalho is played by shaking it back and forth and pumping the arms up and down. Also known as Rocar.[what language is this?]